From Victim to Victor

Yesterday at the gym a member told me about a recent conversation she had with her mother. Her mom said, "Everyone in our family is fat. It's in our genes. It's just the way you're going to be." The member said, "No, I won't accept that. Someone has to break the cycle." At that moment, she went from being a victim to a victor! She then came and joined the gym. Her mom, well, she will probably continue the way she is. The point is, all of us have genetic advantages and disadvantages, but we still have the power to make a difference. Focus on the things that you CAN control, not on the external factors you can't. Let this mindset of empowerment permeate every sphere of your life and you will be impressed with just how much you can accomplish.