Your life and mine are a direct reflection of the choices we've made this far. No matter what your life looks like right now, it is because of the choices you've made. Even if others have hurt you. Even if your health isn't ideal. Even if your bank account doesn't have enough money in it. We are all in charge of our lives and the choices we make. I know that things can happen that are out of our control, but even then, we are in charge of and responsible for the choices we make for ourselves. Changing how you perceive your current situation, taking responsibility for where you currently are (without beating yourself up or engaging in negative self-talk), and taking even a tiny step to choosing a better path will ultimately change your life. It can be a tough pill to swallow sometimes, taking responsibility for where you are and the choices you've made if you aren't thrilled with where your life is at this moment. But it is also empowering to know that no matter what, as long as we are here on this earth, we have the opportunity to make new choices that will lead us to a better place tomorrow. #lifechoices #choosewisely #youareincontrol #lifegoals #itsuptoyou (at Des Moines, Iowa) https://www.instagram.com/p/CYB5GHWLOmC/?utm_medium=tumblr