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are nonsense.

We are not born to be proficient in everything in life, which means that we cannot do whatever we want to do. If one has a goal to become a professional athlete and doesn't have the natural athletic ability, then it is impossible. If one wants to become a mathematician and is terrible in mathematics, then it will not happen. It doesn't matter how much labor one puts in, all efforts will be fruitless.

We all have our limitations. We have weaknesses and strengths. We are not born with the capacity to do everything freely. We are dealt different cards, which make us individually defined. That is why some people are skilled in some areas and others are not. It is impossible to become a surgeon if one faints every time he/she is in the presence of blood. Equally, it is impossible to become a true singer if one doesn't have the vocal cords to produce beautiful notes. It doesn't matter how hard one tries, the final outcome will be failure. These are the realities of life. This is what separates goals from fantasies: goals are reachable and doable; fantasies are unattainable and simply a waste of time. Thus, having and setting realistic goals - that can actually be accomplished - are vital.

This also goes for educational goals: It will be unfeasible to obtain a college degree or degrees if one is not willing to sacrifice time to study, read, research heavily and lose some nights of adequate sleep.

Moreover, those who are striving for perfection in everyday life and hope that every thing goes their way are destined for disappointment and heartbreak. Life will never be perfect, for mistakes and problems will occur continuously. It is impossible to fill a bucket with water if the base has a tiny hole. Likewise, it is impossible to live a trouble-free existence when life throws its painful obstacles that all humans must face. It is impracticable to live a life immune from mistakes, difficulties and sufferings. Life is very antagonizing and will continue its unpleasant motif until our bodies wither away.

There is not one human being in the world that does not go through a hard time. The struggles and sufferings are plentiful and universal, so no one is alone. Even though one's situation is painful, one ought to think about it from a broader perspective.

For example, if there were an Invisible Line of Struggle, where people from all over the world lined up in accordance to their painful situations, where would you fit in that line? Would you be in front of

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