We cannot control another person's behavior nor change it.

• Once you understand that, let go of judgments and accept the person. Give them space to share their thoughts and feelings. It doesn't mean you condone their behavior, but you can respect their feelings.
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It’s easy to blame the government, your employer, or someone other than yourself for your problems. But no one will come to save you.

You’ll have to lift yourself out of your circumstances. It won't be easy. But if you want to change your life, you really don’t have a choice.

Brooks argues that character is essential for living a good and meaningful life. He also argues that character can be developed through struggle, relationships, and the cultivation of virtues such as humility, courage, self-control, justice, generosity, gratitude, and forgiveness...