Take responsibility for your own happiness from "summary" of You Are a Badass® (Ultimate Collector's Edition) by Jen Sincero
Are you waiting for someone else to make you happy? Are you expecting the world to magically align in a way that brings you eternal joy and fulfillment? Well, I hate to break it to you, but that's not how it works. You are the only one responsible for your own happiness. It's time to stop looking outside of yourself for validation and start taking control of your own emotional well-being. When you rely on external sources for your happiness, you give away your power. You are essentially saying that you are not capable of creating your own joy. But the truth is, you have the power within you to cultivate a sense of fulfillment and contentment. It all starts with taking responsibility for your own happiness. This means acknowledging that your happiness is not dependent on anyone or anything outside of yourself. It means recognizing that you have the ability to choose how you respond to the circumstances of your life. Instead of blaming others for your unhappiness, start looking within and asking yourself what you can do to bring more joy into your life. Taking responsibility for your own happiness requires self-awareness and self-love. It means being honest with yourself about what truly brings you joy and actively pursuing those things. It means setting boundaries and saying no to things that don't align with your values and priorities. It means taking care of yourself physically, emotionally, and spiritually. It's time to stop playing the victim and start stepping into your power. You have the ability to create a life that brings you joy and fulfillment. But it all starts with taking responsibility for your own happiness. So, what are you waiting for? Start owning your happiness today.
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