We experience a disturbing level of stress when we hold fast to an internal belief that 

there is nothing we can do to positively influence problematic situations in our personal or professional lives. Though there are certainly realities of life over which we have no control, we often have more power to initiate change than we own. Whether it is a personal life-style transition - a shift in the way we work - or how we are in relationship with others, there is usually some change we can make that will improve the circumstance. 

It can be helpful to step back - take a deep breath- and ponder:

~How would my life be different if the change occurred? 

~If I had the courage and boldness to move forward, what would I do?

~Identify one small step toward improving the situation. Am I ready to take it?

 Each of us has an incredible capacity to impact life. When we tap into that God-given capacity we may even surprise ourselves when we ... make it happen!