A bit of wisdom on my birthday after forty four trips around the sun...
If you love God, America, and are faithful to your family, friends and business associates, good things happen.
Most of the adversity you will face isn't personal. The majority of humans live without being mindful of others... don't personalize it, forgive them.
I know this is going to come as a surprise but you aren't perfect. You're going to screw up, fail, make mistakes and at times embarrass yourself. No big deal. Forgive yourself and move on. It's part of living.
God is real. If you choose to dialogue with the almighty he absolutely will answer you, but it's up to you to recognize his messages however he may choose to send them.
Purpose is everything. When you live with it, and stay loyal to your God given calling, you will never feel lost.
Laugh. A lot. Reality is far funnier and more ironic than most people realize. The tapestry of life, and God's plan absolutely includes a healthy amount of humor to help you develop humility and character.