Consider the fleeting nature of existence.

Your time here is brief, your body in constant flux, and your perceptions often unclear. You age, your soul navigates through a whirl of experiences, and luck is a fickle friend. Fame, if achieved, fades quickly. Your life, in essence, flows like a river—ever-changing, ever-moving. You battle daily struggles, akin to a warrior fighting invisible battles, and like a traveler, you are perpetually far from the ultimate destination. Everything, including your most celebrated achievements, will eventually dissolve into the vast sea of forgotten history.

This isn't meant to be depressing. Instead, it invites you to re-evaluate what you prioritize. In a world where nothing is guaranteed, ask yourself, are you focusing on what truly matters? Are you investing your finite moments in pursuits that fulfill you, relationships that nourish your soul, and actions that ground you in the present?

The next time you find yourself anxious over an unkind word or frustrated by a minor setback, remind yourself of the river's flow. Allow these trivialities to wash away, for they are not the essence of your journey.

Embrace the impermanence, and in life's warfare, let your weapons be kindness, resilience, and an unwavering focus on what’s within your control.