There has been quite a bit of focus on immaturity and poise this year, has there not? With everyone going red in the face at actions taking place around the world, it is important to remember how to be calm, collected, and mature in situations that do not necessarily please you. Do not let ego rule, nor the little angel and devil on your shoulders. Here are eight ways to be more calm and mature starting today: 1.focus on yourself Getting addled by what other people say, think, and do, even if it has nothing to do with you, is completely asinine. Focusing on things that have little importance, such as a comedy sketch or a satire, when bigger things are at hand, is immature. If you want to be mature, you have to focus on what you have on your plate and no one else’s. Do what you have to do for you, those around you, and no one else. Forget about the criticism if it is not constructive. Forget about the haters. Forget about comparisons. Just do you. 2. Persevere Children have a way o...