... Linger not on the past, for it cannot be changed. But look to the future, where a difference can still be made.

[ Ereshkigal had closed her eyes to say that, but smiled somewhat sadly. She genuinely believed humans would be happier if they could let go of the past. If they could blame gods for their misfortunes. But she knows it's not that easy. ]

Of course, it is hypocritical of me to say as I think of the past all the time. But with the short lives that are yours... Reach for the happiness yet to come, not the sorrow behind you.