Philippians 4

6 Do not be anxious about anything, but in every situation, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God
Just like Paul, it is wise for me to look at not just my current circumstances but also life from an eternal perspective. To think how I can best glorify God in every situation would be beneficial for my mentality. What I go through today is trivial and can allow it to build my own character and resilience to sin if I allow my understanding to translate to my actions.

12 I know what it is to be in need, and I know what it is to have plenty. I have learned the secret of being content in any and every situation, whether well fed or hungry,whether living in plenty or in want.
To be content with what I have can be one of my hardest struggles. I'm very reliant on friends for my happiness which is not a surprise since i'm depressed from what i've left behind. I want these desires to be taken away since I'm consistently put in situations in which I become bitter towards myself and doubt my usefulness in Christ's body.