Quote by Albert Ellis

The best years of your life are the ones in which you decide your problems are your own. You do not blame them on your mother, the ecology, or the president. You realize that you control your own destiny.

The best years of your life are the ones in which you decide

Summary

This quote emphasizes the importance of personal responsibility and self-reliance in defining one's life experiences. It suggests that the happiest and most fulfilling years of life occur when an individual acknowledges that their problems and challenges are not to be blamed on external factors, but instead takes ownership of them. By recognizing that one has control over their own destiny, the quote encourages individuals to become proactive problem solvers rather than relying on others or using external circumstances as excuses.

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