The Return

by Nicholas Sparks

struggling beneath the twin burdens of low self-esteem and irritation at the world—but

Take five long breaths. Feel the emotion, and then let it go, watching as it dissipates. Weigh the pros and cons regarding the action you want to take. Check the facts and realize that in the broad scheme of things, what really happened doesn’t matter at all.

guilt is simply an emotion, and like all emotions, it will eventually pass. Unless you choose to hold on to it.”