During times of turmoil, stress, uncertainty and challenge, the best managers and leaders do one thing better than their counterparts. They focus on what they can affect, and they don't allow themselves to get caught up in what they cannot influence.

There are two lessons there for us. The first is to make sure we are spending the bulk of our time, energy, and resources on things we can affect. The second is to make sure we are applying the same wisdom to the pursuit of our dreams.

When things get tough, the great mass of people tend to whine and whine about everything that is happening to them. In short, they take the victim stance. Avoid those conversations. Avoid them with other people, and avoid them in your mind.

Some of your dreams may have been placed out of reach because of current circumstances. Focus on the dreams that are achievable this week, this month, this year. Focus on affecting what you can affect and you will have an incredible effect.
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