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I've Always Been Able To Get It Own My Own, And You Should Try To As Well

It's all about self discipline.

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It's always been me, getting everything on my own with little to no push or direction. Small town girl with a mind that has seen the world and then some. I come from a family with a father that has served 20 years in the military, with a mother that has defied the means that people limited her to, and with two loving brothers who protect their own no matter what. We're a unit that continues to flourish with our own distinct identities that are meant just for us.

Growing up, I was pushed by my parents to excel beyond my means. That go-getter mentality was instilled in me at a young age because I knew that everything I had now, I had to work 10 times harder to get something even better.

There are no limitations put on me, by others maybe, but from me, no. I surprise myself every day even when there's doubt knocking on my door and uncertainty trying to bombard me. To call it fulfilling would be an understatement, it's more than that. When a person realizes they cannot put you in a box, it simply reveals that they are envious of you. Not because of your accomplishments, but because of your fight to handle your business.

Each of us has a destiny that has already been mapped out for us.

As we go on about our days, wondering when a miracle will happen, we're wasting our time. Miracles don't happen to those who don't prepare for them. Closed mouths never get feed, and the sooner you learn that the better.

Life can throw you curveballs, serve you on a platter, and continue to do so if you allow it. Nothing is ever promised and there's no time to feel bad for yourself and dwell on matters you can't control--keep it pushing. Living on my own, in a city that was always a dream of mine, has been far from easy. Being comfortable with being alone while still hustling to achieve your dreams, has to be your main focus.

Any other distractions will leave you complacent, with no drive, no future, and no guarantee of tomorrow. Having a support system, other than your family is beneficial, however, it's not necessary--you can be that for yourself. At the end of the day, your next move is all on you. We're not young children anymore without any worries, we're grown, at least most of us are anyway.

It's either now or never.

Either you boss up and make moves that will enhance your journey for the harvest or sit around, chill, and let life pass you by. It's your choice, but you can't blame anyone for your situation if you don't have your best interests at heart.

It's time to make a decision.

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