My Own Worst Enemy

So many times things are going swimmingly, and then they all get messed up. It always surprises me how one action, no matter how big or small, can have such an impact on everything else.
It goes to show have everything is important.
I give myself a lot of added stress and worries. I'm trying to make an effort to change that. To live a little more day by day, and to stop worrying about what's next.

I really have no clue what path I'm on or where the nearest exit is.
It's hard to think about what is going to bring the maximum happiness in the long run.
I know what is the easiest choice, especially in the short term. But what about long term?
What do I really need and want in order to achieve maximum happiness potential?

What does a relationship need to survive?
The easy answer for me is love and commitment.
But is it enough?
What about faith, trust, and common interests?

It is a lot to think about and there is no clear answer and the answer is not the same for everyone.