Each of us on this planet for a specific reason and we get more clarity on our purpose in life as each day passes us by. There is so much I have learnt about life and the most important thing is to strike an effective balance between being emotional and practical.
Relationships have thought me a lot in life. Being concerned about myself is the biggest learning I have learnt from being with family, friends and colleagues. Whether I like it or not, whether others around me like it or not, I am concerned about others around me. Sometimes, this could be misunderstood and could back fire too. And, I still haven't learnt from my experiences. By being concerned about others around me and helping them out has only resulted in a lot of misery. Most of them failed to understand my motive and I failed to understand that they don't like any assistance.
Its a Catch 22 situation as you would wish to help but since you have already burnt your fingers you would not wish to do the same again :-) So, my inspiration during these times is Lord Krishna in Bhagvad Gita.
It would be interesting to read and then understand the importance of playing the right cards at the right time.