No Guarantees
by John Trent
Bob Moawad, author of 'Whatever It Takes', wrote, "The best day of your life is the one on which you decide your life is your own. No apologies or excuses. No one to lean on, rely on, or blame. The gift is yours - it is an amazing journey - and you alone are responsible for the quality of it. This is the day your life really begins."
Several months ago, I had to make some very difficult decisions regarding my own life. I had the choice to except my existence or to change and take control of my circumstance. It wasn't easy.
In general, life is hard. There are no guarantees and nothing truly turns out the way we expect or dreamed. However, what changes the outcome is whether or not we accept ownership for ourselves. We have a choice. We can complain about what someone did, how we percieved we were treated or how things just didn't work out. Whatever the negative circumstance, we are responsible. We have a choice. We can either accept life's grand misfortunes or take on the challenge and change our lives for the better, forever.
Though the road to self-reliance or self-ownership is wrought with challenges and detours, it can truly be the most amazing journey. A journey full of life, soul searching, and, ultimately, healing. Through a renewed sense confidence, we can walk this path of life and learn to savor each and every moment.
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