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If It's To Be, It's Up To You


One of the most pitiful aspects of society is the really large percentage of people who lead dismal,narrow, darkened lives, crying out against what appears to be a cruel world, which they believe have singled them out for a lifetime of trouble, misery and bad luck.
Anyone who finds his/herself in such prison of discontent shoulf face the fact that he has built his prison with his own hands. And unless such a person takes responsibility to change things, his cell will continue to grow smaller, darker and more frightening.
The saddest commentaries on human being is our craving to get something or to get the most of the least effort possible. It seems like our natural inclination and programming is to move in the line of least resistance. However, this is the blue print of inevitable dissapointment and bitter regret.
Lamentably, many of us continue in this delusive way of thinking and living to our own detriment. Little do we realize that in life, you will never reap what you have not sown, where you have not sown nor in the measure you have not sown.
Life is tough, ruthless and a bully. This is a valid fact. For every dream or desire that you have and want fulfilled, you must first be willing and ready to fight. There’s no other way. Desire is not enough. Most of us are wishful thinkers and so naive to expect that life will deliver our expectations without any struggle or contention. What an illusion!
Don’t trust luck! Create your own luck by taking responsibility for what you want. The quality of life is always tied to your willingness to take responsibility for the events of your life. You become what you make it, either to succeed or fail.


… If it’s to be it’s up to you.!

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