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Old troubles from the past

Old troubles from the past

You can’t change what has already happened, so choose to look ahead instead of behind you. Don’t stress. Do your best. 

Your past mistakes are meant to guide you, not define you.

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Other people’s judgments

Other people’s judgments

When you spend too much time concentrating on everyone else’s perception of you, or who everyone else wants you to be, you eventually forget who you truly are. Don’t fear the judgments of others; you know in your heart who you are and what’s true to you. 

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Things you can't control

Things you can't control

Never force anything. And don’t hold yourself down with things you can’t control.

Stop talking about the problem and start thinking about the solution. Forget what could go wrong for a sec and think of what is already right.

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Unfounded fears

Unfounded fears

We all get afraid sometimes. It’s not about not being afraid, but what you do when you feel that way. 

Life is about overcoming fear and taking risks. If you don’t take risks, you won’t know what you’re capable of. If you don’t risk anything, you risk everything. 

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Daily little frustrations

Daily little frustrations

You will find that it’s necessary to let some things go simply for the reason that they’re heavy on your heart and soul.

Go ahead and let go of them. 

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Impatient thoughts

Impatient thoughts

Patience is not about waiting; it’s the ability to keep a good attitude while working hard for what you believe in.

Understand that real change takes time. So don't expect instant gratification. 

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The necessary pain of hard work

The necessary pain of hard work

Strength doesn’t come from what you can do. It comes from overcoming the things you couldn’t. 

Tough situations build strong, successful people. So focus diligently, work hard in silence, and let your success be your noise.

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The endless stream of doubts

The endless stream of doubts

In the face of the mind's endless stream of doubts, believe in yourself.

Believe in your capacity to succeed. Believe that your relationships are worth the effort. Believe that people make mistakes on their way to greatness. Believe that people can be foolish and intelligent, selfish and g...

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Insignificant busywork

Insignificant busywork

Many of us spend too much time on what is urgent and not enough time on what is important. 

It’s not what we claim are our priorities, but how we spend our time each day that reveals the truth.

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Forget the past

Forget the past

Remember the lessons you've learned from the past, but don't let your past experiences affect what you choose in the present. 

You can't change the past, so instead, look to the present and future.

6. when thinking about life, remember this: no amount of guilt can change the past and no amount of anxiety can change the future.

6. when thinking about life, remember this: no amount of guilt can change the past and no amount of anxiety can change the future.

You can’t change your past. What is done is done. It’s useless to feel guilty about what you’ve done, instead you have to take everything as a lesson. Learn from your mistakes and try not to do them again.

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The Sunk Cost Fallacy

The Sunk Cost Fallacy

“Sunk costs” are money, time, or effort we’ve already spent and can’t get back.

Cultivate a habit of admitting your mistakes. Ask yourself: If the past didn’t exist and you’re just starting out now, what would you do?”

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