Approaching the end of eight-and-a-half decades living, for me five truths seem self-evident.  None is original.  I’m too lazy to look up the sources.

1. Happiness is our default.  Suffering is a choice.
2. Now, this instant, is the only time there is.
3. I only control my thoughts, muscles, and impulses.
4. I act out of ignorance, fear, and anger, or wisdom, courage, and love.
5. I’m only here to help.