"I am not a product of my circumstances. I am a product of my decisions."
"If we spend most of our time concerned about things we cannot truly directly influence, what we can influence will be reduced. If we spend our energies on those things over which we can expect positive results, we will expand our influence."
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Source: Stephen R. Covey (2009). “Everyday Greatness: Inspiration for a Meaningful Life”, p.11, Thomas Nelson Inc
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