A reality check

A Guide to Sane Thinking

If the only information you have came to you through social media and what you've heard, you have information but no knowledge. Do not act on information alone.

You may not be special. And, if you are, it may not be helpful.

America may not be the most exceptional country in the whole world.

You will probably never be president.

You may not live better than your parents.

You probably won’t win the lottery.
Your children may not deserve to always get A's and perfect evaluations.
You may not deserve a break today.
You are not entitled to be happy. You can aspire to happiness.

You are not entitled to be loved. You can behave in a loving way.
You may not be appreciated for who you are or even what you do.

If your kids act out, you have a parental obligation to intervene.
If you are texting while driving and you have an accident, denying that you were texting is unethical and dishonest.
If you did not get the promotion you thought you deserved, it may be because you weren't the best candidate.
If your dog is out of control, and you’ve had it for more than a year, you probably haven't done what is required to have a well-adjusted, well-trained pet.

If you lose all your money by gambling, it is not because of bad luck, it’s because of your behavior.