One definition of empowerment is “the ability of individuals to take control of their circumstances, exercise power and achieve their own goals, and the process by which they are able to help themselves and others to maximize the quality of their lives.”

Why is it that so many of us don’t realize that we are the only ones who can take control of our circumstances and that by doing so, we can achieve our goals? I know when I decide I want something or I want to go somewhere, I find a way to make it happen.

It starts with our thinking. If we think, we can…then we can. That is one way of empowering ourselves. Our thoughts determine what we want. Our actions determine what we get. Think what you want and then take action. Your first action is to make your desires specific and visual. Get a clear picture of what you want. The second action is to make a conscious decision and a plan to get what you want. Don’t let fear or negative self-talk hold you back.

When you want something better, you have to do something different than you are doing now. Make the decision that you will be successful and know that you have the power to create whatever success you want in your life. Then start to take the steps in the direction you want to go. That is self-empowerment.

You can achieve whatever you want to achieve. Go for it!

You are more than enough,

Judi

This article originally appeared in the Summer 2018 issue of CHOICES Magazine