I make things happen. I have always had an understanding that we are not entitled to happiness, success, balance, etc. The world does not owe that to us. I would bet on myself 9 times out of 10 because I am responsible for my fate. I will be my own definition of successful because I know that I am capable, willing, and have the desire to do so. I am on the right track but am looking forward to becoming even more 'worth a damn.'
Most people I know are victims to their own thinking.