[lightning19]

I've been through pretty tough times before and by several strokes of luck + hard work I'm kinda getting back to the path I want to follow in life. The below is what I would tell my teenage/early 20s self:

- Realize that some events are outside your control. If you were screwed over or unlucky in any way you need to move on from whatever happened and focus on what you can change

- Consistency is key. Just show up everyday and work towards your goal, over time you will see some positive results.

- Desire is suffering, if you're chasing a house, car or lifestyle realize that when you get it you'll just want something better. Try to be happy with what you have first.

- Positive reframing, your situation may not be that bad. It probably could've been alot worse right? Maybe your situation will force you to take action and be a better person

- Don't compare yourself to others, no one had the exact same path in life

- Success = working hard and being ready to take advantage when luck strikes

- Workout atleast 3 times a week, even if it's doing a home routine without any equipment

- Just be nice to people you work with, your network is your networth