Pen & Camera February 2020 | Page 5

Thoughts

Glad and proud I chose to move. I'm glad I moved so I can continue to better my life and begin to do the things I've wished to be able to do. I'm proud of myself for having the courage to go forward with it when I was originally terrified anddoubtful. Those who sit in fear don't go as far as those who move with courage, confidence and the will to claim what was meant for them to achieve.

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In The End

What if I don't succeed? What if I fail? What if I end up going back home? These are just a few examples of what could hold someone back if they allow negative thoughts to control what happens in their life. Negative thoughts, like feelings, can have horrible consequences. Especially I don't quickly remind myself of all the positive things that will happen along the way.

There's so many opportunities here! There's so much inspiration from people, places and things. So much more motivated to continue to progress in life and what I've chosen to do with it while I still have it. These are the positive thoughts I've had to replace the negative with.

Choosing to remain in a negative state of mind would have gotten me nowhere but back to square one or worse. I could allow all those thoughts to dictate h ow I move, but that would cause me to feel instant regret. Regret is another feeling I will not allow myself to feel in this situation.