Circumstances

Circumstances are neutral.  They don't determine an outcome or even any type of result.  What I do in my head with the circumstances that are presented to me is what determines my outcome and choices.  Everything that comes my way generates a thought and even emotions come from thoughts, not the circumstance.  If I can get a grip in my mind and remember that happy thoughts generate happy emotions and I can CHOOSE how I think about things, life is so much better, so much lighter, so much more doable.  Anxiety is eliminated and it is possible to be in the moment, even an undesirable moment, in a calm and proactive state without having brain cloud and stomach knots.  You should try it.  Step back from your "circumstances."  Look at yourself and the situation as though you are watching a movie...  from the outside.  Think about what you think about and... make a choice.