You Are Not Your Past

By Ahsan

The greatest thing about you is that you can recreate yourself. Notice that I did not say circumstances, rather yourself. Simply put, if you look at who you are today, a lot was influenced by your past experiences and circumstances. Take the example of a child born in a neighborhood where there is poverty, drugs and crime. Should that person grow up to be involved in a criminal lifestyle would be understood but does that mean such a person is bound to only ever be a criminal?

Could that person not change? Could that person not become someone different? What if the person made a transformation?

What would it take to make a change?

A decision.

Finding a role model.

Self-belief.

Hard work.

In other words, your past is not your destiny. Your destiny is what you make it. Have a bit of positive expectation that you can make a desired change in yourself. Fill your heart with courage. Know that others have made amazing transformations in themselves and so can you!

You just need to be convinced that you can recreate yourself. In fact, doing so will add excitement to living your life. Make the most of living an awesome life if you dare.