Going to the range and burning through two boxes of precious ammo (ouch – that's a lot of money!). Stocking up on the healthiest and best quality emergency foods (again, ouch – that's a lot of money!). Ten-mile hikes in extreme weather just for fun and conditioning (dude, I'm disabled!). Gardens that rival Martha Stewart's estates' green spaces that are cared for by a team of dedicated workers (hello – I live in an apartment!)

There's a point of view between being bummed out and thinking there's no way ever, and finding these legitimate, aspirational things to do.

That is simply doing the best that YOU can.

We all have unique circumstances, benefits, and limitations. It's up to us to find a way to do the very best we can in those circumstances. And that is unique to every single one of us.