One of the most powerful shifts I’ve ever made—and continue to practice—is taking 100% responsibility for my life. No blaming, no excuses, no waiting for someone else to fix things. Just full ownership of my choices, my mindset, and my outcomes.
I talked about this in my recent Mindset Mastery conversation, and I could tell it hit home for a lot of people. The moment you stop looking outside yourself for reasons things aren’t working and start looking within, everything changes. It’s not about taking blame—it’s about taking power.
We broke down a simple but powerful formula:
E + R = O | (Event + Response = Outcome)
You don’t always control the events in your life, but you do control your response. And that response is what shapes your outcome. Two people can experience the same setback, but one sees it as a failure while the other sees it as fuel. The difference? Mindset.
If you want to change your life, start by changing how you respond to what happens around you.
One thing I know for sure: successful people don’t just hope for things to get better—they discipline themselves into better. During our conversation, I shared my own struggle with self-discipline—like those mornings when my bed is calling me, but I know getting up and sticking to my routine is what builds the life I want.
Success isn’t about luck. It’s not about what’s fair. It’s about what you do consistently. A lot of us were raised with this idea that we deserve a good life. But life doesn’t give out prizes for potential. If we want something, we have to create it.
A big part of taking responsibility is learning to stop comparing yourself to others and focus on your own path.
Erica, one of the attendees, opened up about struggling with this—feeling stuck because she kept measuring herself against others. But when we talked it through, she realized that comparison was only distracting her from discovering her own divine purpose.
Here’s the truth: Life isn’t a competition—it’s a collaboration.
No two people have the same path. And that’s a good thing. Imagine if birds competed to be the best at flying. It would be ridiculous. They just fly—each in their own way, each contributing to the balance of nature.
We need to do the same.
One of the most interesting things that came up in the conversation was the idea that we only complain about things we can change.
Think about it—when was the last time you heard someone complain about gravity? Never, because we accept it as unchangeable. But people complain about their jobs, their relationships, their health, their habits… why? Because deep down, they know those things could be different.
Complaints aren’t just noise. They’re clues. They tell us exactly where we need to take responsibility and make a change.
Before wrapping up, I encouraged everyone to set SMART goals—goals that are Specific, Measurable, Attainable, Realistic, and Time-driven.
Lisa realized she had been overwhelming herself with too many tasks, leading to burnout. Instead of trying to do everything, she’s now focusing on 3-5 key priorities a day—and that’s already making a difference.
The point isn’t to be perfect. The point is to make steady progress. If there’s one thing I want you to take away from this, it’s this: You are the creator of your own life. Not your past. Not your circumstances. Not anyone else.
Just you.
Taking responsibility means refusing to let excuses, fear, or self-doubt run the show. It means stepping up, owning your choices, and deciding—right now—to move with purpose.
At the end of the conversation, I announced that my next Mindset Mastery session will focus on:
“Why Are You Here? Discovering Your Divine Purpose.”
If that speaks to you, join me.
Until then, take this challenge:
• Stop making excuses.
• Set clear goals.
• Pay attention to your complaints.
• Commit to the person you’re becoming.
The moment you take 100% responsibility for your life is the moment everything starts to change.
Are you ready to lock in?
