January 29

If you don't sell your head, no one will buy it.

Yoruba proverb.

We are capable of directing and determining the outcome of any and every situation we face through the power of thought.  Yet since many of us do not realize our true power, we cannot realize the truth of the statement:  "No one can do anything or make you do anything unless you let them."  The key is to be honest with yourself and others at all times, keep your thoughts focused on the best possible outcome for everyone involved and never allow yourself to be pushed where you don't choose to be.  If someone called you a grape, you probably wouldn't respond.  But if that same person refers to you by a [derogatory name], you would most likely hold them responsible for your reaction.  No one but you can ever be held accountable for what you do.  How you respond in any given situation is purely a reflection of what you think -- what is in your head.  When someone does or says something you believe is offensive, do yourself a favor -- don't sell your head.

-- Iyanla Vanzant

It's what's inside my head that counts.

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