Well, best to remain vigilant. It’s when everything is calm that you need to be most alert.

remain vigilant.

But it was important to be rational at all times, not just when calm.

Remain calm. Be kind.

Somehow, we'll find it. The balance between whom we wish to be and whom we need to be. But for now, we simply have to be satisfied with who we are.

Never go on a date unarmed.” Words of wisdom from my father. Well, my foster father. I was an orphan, of course. The best kings always are.