Having an insight into the non-solid and passing nature of most experiences allows us let things pass through, without making them into the story of our life.
All realities are devoid of an abiding self;
When we see this with insight
we will get space in this life of suffering
Dhammapada, v.279
Mindfulbalance 
Thank you for this reminder
A timely reminder as we struggle at Florida’s Gulf coast with an unusual intense bloom (killing thousands of fish, causing respiratory problems in people) of the naturally occuring red tide.