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Taking Responsibility
I remember the day when I truly
understood that every problem in my life is my problem. Others might play a part
in it, but the problem couldn't exist or be my problem if I wasn't involved!
Often, we blame our problems on everyone else-or some circumstance beyond our
control. This is usually the case when our problems are big and scary, and we
don't know how to face them. When we take ownership of a problem, we also
inherit the power to solve the problem. Instead of waiting for someone
else to fix things, we can take control and fix things
ourselves.
Action Steps:
Are you taking responsibility
for the problems in your life, or are you still blaming them on others and
waiting for a magic solution? Man made solutions will make you stronger than
magic solutions. Choose a problem and take ownership of it. Then, begin to
brainstorm how you can move forward. And don't just brainstorm: act. If you need
help, do this in a group to explore new ways of seeing the problem, fresh ideas,
etc. Odds are, everyone has a problem or two that could benefit from a fresh
point of view.
Your Affirmation:
I can solve
any problem!
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