When we stop what we used to be doing each day, and begin to take it by literal minute by minute every single day, we can start accomplishing more of what we want to do rather than worry about all of the things that we didn’t do, shouldn’t do, wouldn’t think to ever do, and just live in the moment.

That would create more room for positive thoughts and comfort in one’s life. If a situation isn’t working out for you, only you have the power to change it. No one is going to do it for you. All of those major decisions that need to be addressed will only be addressed by YOU. You are the creator of your own destiny. Before giving up though, make sure to have exhausted all other resources and if there is no hope in the situation whatsoever, by all means, leave the situation. But do not leave it just to return at a later date. You left for a reason. What makes you think it would be different?

When we prioritize things in our lives and take care of what’s important and leave the rest to whoever or whatever is in charge, the stress seems to slowly diminish away. It doesn’t matter if your working or have kids or are rich or poor, taking care of oneself every day and practicing good self-care will help to maintain a balance and keep you focused on a better way of living.

When they said that stress is the silent killer, what they meant by that is with every day that goes by that you leave things unresolved and allow it to weigh you down, it isn’t going to kill you right away, it’s going to slowly start deteriorating your whole body, mind and soul. Free yourself from any negative thinking patterns and do whatever it takes to keep a smile on your face.

If you are with someone and they don’t see eye to eye with you, aren’t willing to compromise and communicate with you, don’t respect your boundaries, aren’t mentally available, then do something to fix the situation. You have the answer in your heart and if you don’t know what that answer is, it’s because you have closed off completely and are ignoring what it’s telling you. Be open to receiving the messages and be prepared to take action.

It all starts with YOU.