There comes a time when you will have to make some hard decisions to ensure your success. You might have to make changes in your circle and it may cost you those friends who refuse to grow and are content to settle for mediocrity. It’s hard to lose friendships but you must understand if you are to rise then you cannot align yourself with those who are content to settle where they are. It might not be possible to change the people around you but you can choose who you wish to be around.

Engage in Positive Thinking

You become what you think, so if you engage in only negative thinking, you will draw negative energy and attract negative things in your life. Nothing is beyond the reach of the man determined to rise above the odds stacked against him. The people who believes they can attain great height are more likely to see their dreams become a reality. Likewise if you daily bemoan the fact that you are poor, unlucky, and has no hope of of things getting better. You will remain where you are wallowing in self-pity. No matter how beaten down you feel, tell yourself it will get better. Know that where you are is not your final destination. There is a wise quote, which says, “Be careful what you set your heart upon because it will surely be yours.” Set your heart on the things that will elevate you. Dream big and aim high.