the new to-do list

i've decided that what i really need is a list of how to deal with stuff.

1. things not going your way
step back, consider the possibility that they're not supposed to. can you do something about it without upsetting everyone? if not, sigh and accept.

2. things not going right
if you're not in control: just laugh it off, funny man. shit happens, remember?

3. the person you're talking to is a jerk
there are two possible methods for this one. either take pity, and be glad you're not like him, or identify with him and try to stop being like him.

4. you've just been handed a lot of shit to deal with, when you're right in the middle of dealing with other shit
prioritize, breathe, focus. prioritize, breathe, focus. and when the next three items hit, repeat. and if you can't prioritize, pick the most annoying task.

5. you've left work
stop thinking about work. drink. repeat if necessary.

i suppose today went well, and i learned a lot. all that's left to do is cheer up and enjoy the weekend... i think the thing that's really bothering me is that i can't stop thinking about how wonderful it would be to not be a soldier.

in my head, i'm not.