“The past cannot be changed. The future is yet in your power.”― Mary Pickford

The past cannot be changed. This is a simple yet powerful statement that holds a lot of truth. No matter how much we may wish it were different, the past is set in stone. It is a part of our history, and it has shaped the person that we are today.

But just because we can’t change the past doesn’t mean that we are powerless. In fact, the future is yet in our power. We have the ability to shape our own destiny and create the future that we want. It’s all up to us.

This idea is not new. Philosophers and thinkers throughout history have emphasized the importance of taking control of our own lives and creating our own destiny. In the famous words of George Bernard Shaw, “People are always blaming their circumstances for what they are. I don’t believe in circumstances. The people who get on in this world are the people who get up and look for the circumstances they want, and, if they can’t find them, make them.”

This statement is a reminder that we are not powerless. We have the ability to make choices and take action to create the future that we want. But this requires us to take responsibility for our own lives and be proactive in shaping our own destiny.

Of course, this is not to say that the future is entirely within our control. There are always going to be external factors that influence our lives, and we cannot control everything that happens to us. But what we can control is how we react to these external influences and how we choose to move forward.

So how do we take control of our own future and shape it in a way that we want? Here are a few steps that can help:

1 – Set goals: One of the first steps in shaping our own future is to set specific and achievable goals. This could be short-term goals, such as saving up for a down payment on a house, or long-term goals, such as earning a degree or starting a business. By setting goals, we give ourselves something to work towards and a sense of purpose.

2 – Make a plan: Once we have our goals in place, we need to create a plan to achieve them. This may involve breaking down the goal into smaller, more manageable steps, or setting deadlines for each step. By having a plan, we can stay focused and stay on track towards achieving our goals.

3 – Take action: Simply setting goals and making a plan is not enough. We also need to take action and put in the work to make our goals a reality. This may involve learning new skills, seeking out new opportunities, or working hard to overcome any challenges that come our way.

4 – Stay motivated: Achieving our goals is not always easy, and it’s important to stay motivated and focused on the end result. This may mean reminding ourselves of the benefits that we will gain from achieving our goals, or finding ways to stay positive and motivated even when faced with setbacks.

5 – Be flexible: While it’s important to have a plan and stay focused on our goals, we also need to be flexible and open to new opportunities that may come our way. This may mean adjusting our plans or even setting new goals as we go along.

In conclusion, the past cannot be changed, but the future is yet in our power. By setting goals, making a plan, taking action, staying motivated, and being flexible, we can shape our own destiny and create the future that we want. It’s all up to us.