Recently a friend sent me a list of inspirational things that caused my fevered mind to immediately think of a counter list that is probably just as accurate for most people. First will be the original complete with grammar errors, then my version follows.

1. • At least 2 people in this world love you so much they would die for you.
   • At least 2 people in this world hate you so much they would die to ruin you.
2. • At least 15 people in this world love you in someway.
   • At least 15 people in this world hate you in some way.
3. • The only reason anyone would ever hate you is because they want to be justlike you.
   • The only reason anyone would ever like you is because you are like them in some way.
4. • A smile from you can bring happiness to anyone, even if they don't like you.
   • A smile from you brings fear to anyone even if they like you.
5. • Every night, SOMEONE thinks about you before they go to sleep.
   • Every night, someone thinks about you before they go to sleep.
6. • You mean the world to someone.
   • You mean less than nothing to most everyone.
7. • If not for you, someone may not be living.
   • If not for you, someone may not have died.
8. • You are special and unique.
   • You are unique but not in any way that matters.
9. • Someone that you don't even know exists, loves you.
   • Someone that you don't even know exists, hates you.
10. • When you make the biggest mistake ever, something good comes from it.
    • When you make the biggest mistake ever, it will torture you for the rest of your life.
11. • When you think the world has turned its back on you, take a look, you most likely turned your back on the world.
    • Turn your back on the world for the world has always had its back to you.
12. • When you think you have no chance of getting what you want, you probably won't get it!!
    • Self delusion is a useful skill.
13. • Always remember the compliments you received! Forget about the rude remarks!
    • Compliments disappear instantly. Insults linger like a bad smell.
14. • Always tell someone how you feel about them; you will feel much better when they know.
    • Never tell anyone how you feel. That gives them power over you.
15. • If you have a great friend, take the time to let them know that they are great.
    • Always know and respect your enemies.
16. • For every ending there's a new beginning; for every memory there's a dream ahead.
    • For every beginning there is an ending. For every memory therein lies a broken dream.