Life is not the way it’s supposed to be, it’s the way it is. The way you cope with it is what makes the difference.

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"Adolescents are not monsters. They are just people trying to learn how to make it among the adults in the world, who are probably not so sure themselves."

- Virginia Satir

Awareness

"Life is not the way it is supposed to be. It is the way it is. The way you cope with it is what makes the difference."

- Virginia Satir

Courage

"Every word, facial expression, gesture, or action on the part of a parent gives the child some message about self-worth. It is sad that so many parents don't realize what messages they are sending."

- Virginia Satir

Self-esteem

"We need 4 hugs a day for survival. We need 8 hugs a day for maintenance. We need 12 hugs a day for growth."

- Virginia Satir

Connection to Earth

"So much is asked of parents, and so little is given."

- Virginia Satir

Responsibility

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"Today’s challenges are tomorrow’s routines."

- Unknown

Adaptation

"Just like games, no matter how well you have things lined up in your life, there’s always something to keep you on your toes."

- Junichirou Kagami

Adaptation

"The nerve of those Whos. Inviting me down there - on such short notice! Even if I wanted to go, my schedule wouldn't allow it."

- The Grinch

Adaptation

"Embrace each shift in your life like a dragonfly zips through a summer breeze"

Adaptation

"Like the dragonfly, adapt and conquer your skies with elegance and power"

Adaptation