joy and prosperity

As far as I can tell, Laurel, worrying about anything at all is a pretty good indicator that one has begun thinking that their joy and prosperity will somehow hinge on pending physical events, other people, or angry green Martians.
Can you imagine?!
Phone home,
    The Universe

First, Laurel, joy and prosperity are created within. Second, the events and people of your life can be changed with your thoughts. And third, for the most part, Martians are neither green nor angry.

something to learn

Talking a lot about something that bothers you, Laurel, is a pretty good sign that you've got something huge and profoundly liberating to learn.
Whooohooooo!
    The Universe

That is, Laurel, if you can catch yourself, turn within, and yearn for illumination.