My thoughts on this question is that external circumstances are mostly (if not completely) a reflection of the inner state of our mind. Trying to fix the external conditions without changing the mental state and attitude would probably be futile. As you pointed, there are just too many factors, unforeseeable drivers and forces completely out of our control. The Universe will always find a way to teach us a lesson through external conditions, until we change the inner condition of our mind.

Thank you for this thought-provoking post, Chris. It was a refreshing change to read your innermost thoughts instead of the usual daily commentary on the Cryptoverse (which I also greatly enjoy, mind you!).