“You have brains in your head. You have feet in your shoes. You can steer yourself any direction you choose. You're on your own, and you know what you know. And YOU are the one who'll decide where to go.”
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Take responsibility for the direction of your life; you already have the thinking and the movement you need. Start by naming one thing you know and one small action you can take today. Don’t wait for every answer—pick a path, try it, and adjust as you learn. Who will decide where you go if you don’t choose for yourself?
When to use it
- Work — offered two project leads: "I can pick the one that teaches the skill I want; I'll volunteer for that role this quarter."
- College — deciding whether to change majors after a tough first semester: "I know what classes I liked, so I'll switch and sign up for the intro course next term."
- Health — getting back into fitness after a break: "I can choose a simple plan that fits my week; I'll start with three 20-minute walks this month."
- Money — planning to pay down debt: "I'll decide which account to focus on and set a fixed extra payment starting this payday."