There is a higher power at work in everything that occurs to us. Instead of isolating yourself out of fear and self-loathing, consider them valuable life lessons. Patch Adams' optimistic outlook has led to growth and achievement. Do what you can to lift others up when they feel hopeless about themselves. Don't share their fate. Maintaining a healthy work-life-goal-play-relax quotient requires careful planning. A little forethought and planning should...