Good morning, happy Tuesday in the Year of the ZAO: Day 21.

Today’s lesson comes from Richard Carlson’s Don’t Sweat the Small Stuff, offering us a liberating perspective:

“Surrender to the Fact that Life Isn’t Fair.”

It may sound harsh, but embracing this truth can shift us from self-pity to proactive action. Carlson reminds us that fairness isn’t guaranteed in life—it never was. While this realization might feel like a letdown, it’s also a call to action.

Here’s the key takeaway:

“It’s not life’s job to make everything perfect—it’s our own challenge.”

Instead of wallowing in frustration or commiserating over life’s injustices, Carlson encourages us to:

• Focus on what we can control.

• Let go of self-pity and replace it with compassion.

• Approach life’s challenges with purpose rather than resentment.

This mindset frees us to focus on solutions, work with the hand we’re dealt, and even uplift others. It’s not about ignoring unfairness but stepping forward with compassion and determination to make a difference.

Today, let’s embrace this liberating truth as a team, as individuals, and as a community.

BetterCallZaal from the ZAO Team