It seems to me that when it's hard to do the right thing, that's when we should. Patience and kindness, mercy and forgiveness for others should be on everyones mind before our feet even hit the floor in the morning. Can you imagine all of us keeping ourselves and our own problems off our mind for just one day and showing love? Especially when we're overwhelmed with troubles ourselves?.. Like you mentioned, finacially, mentally and spiritually.. it's become so apparent. Now, not only do we have our own troubles, but then we have to contend with the meaness of others because they can't handle theirs.
All I know is that this life is so short. In 100 years none of us will be here, and what kind of energy did we leave behind? Where did our Soul and Spirit truely belong after all is said and done? This place, life, evil spirits here on earth are our trials. And one day I look forward to being with those Faithful loving people who will be set free into the Kingdom of God!.. Don't you? That's my "HOPE". :)