Figure out things for oneself.

Life's questions are hard to answer, and the answers we obtain often are just meant to lead to even deeper questions. As they should, for just by being part of the process itself, our understanding about ourself, others, and the broader situation deepens. Layers of doubt we didn't know existed are peeled back revealing glimpses of what feels right when we probe more intently. The solutions we work out for ourselves will stay longer than something than those dropped in our laps. Seek the counsel of others, but that should not be where it ends - link the information to what one has already figured out and dig deeper. Time is often at a premium, making it difficult to pursue varied questions and interests. Inevitably the relative importance of what matters needs to be determined itself, even as we seek the answers and offer solutions.