Blake Weston

High EQ individuals know you can’t always control what goes on outside.

But you can always control what goes on inside.

Here’s what you can’t control:

- The opinion other people have of you or your work.
- The actions of other people around you.
- Other peoples personal boundaries.
- The things that happen around you.
- Past mistakes you have made.
- The outcome of your efforts.
- What other people think.
- Other peoples plans.
- The future.
- Time.

But don’t be discouraged by this.
Here’s what you can control instead:

- Life.
- Our emotions.
- Your boundaries.
- The words you say.
- How you speak to yourself.
- How you approach your failures.
- How you choose to spend your time.
- Being present and living in the moment.
- How often you decide to focus on learning.
- The people you choose to surround yourself with.

You can’t always control what goes on outside.
But you can always control what goes on inside.

Ensure you are prioritising the latter.

How do you stay in control?
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Cutting people out of your life does not mean you hate them.

It means you respect yourself.

Start cutting off people who:

- Show jealousy towards your success or personal growth.
- Encourage you to take part in bad habits you have quit.
- Create competition with you rather than collaborate.
- Show no appreciation for the effort you put in.
- Constantly are surrounded by negativity.
- Try to keep you down on their level.
- Undermine your achievements.
- Disrespect your boundaries.
- Say ‘You’ve Changed.’
- Drain your energy.

Start surrounding yourself with those who:

- Encourage you.
- Inspire or motivate you.
- Respect your boundaries.
- Push you towards your goals.
- Communicate honestly and openly.
- Work as a team instead of in competition.
- Recognise and respect your personal growth.
- Celebrate your progress and how far you have come.
- Actively avoid tempting you into falling back into bad habits.
- Keep you aligned with your vision during bad and good times.

Remember:

You are the average of the 5 people closest to you.
Make sure they reflect who you are trying to become.

Have a friend who has always got your back?
Tag them below to show them they are appreciated! ⬇️

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