Do things for yourself without expectations
One of the perplexities of life is that to get something, it can be helpful to convince yourself that you want it less than you do. In general it is good to be laid back, have fun and enjoy yourself. Do things for yourself without expectations, but also be open to social opportunities and accept invitations if they show up.
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