this is succinct, i don't know what mood you were while writing this. but from the first line, i felt this calm. first, Thanks for that.
then all youve said is true. "Hope for the best but don't be stupid."
Life happens sometimes. but when you meet the situation prepared, nothing becomes a shock to you.
Meditation is one of the keys to success. But if used by the wrong mind, a pessimist could be begotten.