First, refuse to let your circumstances overwhelm you. This is easier said than done, of course. Some situations - for example, a diagnosis of cancer - are so dismal and bleak that it’s almost impossible to avoid feeling overwhelmed in the beginning. But if you can manage to take back control of your mind when you feel overburdened, you’ll be better able to address the obstacles standing in your way. Second, commit to taking action. It’s important to understand your circumstances before responding to them, of course. That requires reflection and contemplation. But eventually, you must act.
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