A Fact

“Life is 10% what happens to you and 90% how you react to it.”

-Charles R. Swindoll

Sometimes, I really wish this observation was not as true as it is.

I've been thinking a lot about interactions and reactions recently.  How the words that come out of another person's mouth can seemingly dictate our moods. Those words can put you on cloud nine, make you feel like you've had the wind knocked out of you, frighten you, inspire you. Words! I know that we each control our own emotions and reactions, but let's be honest: there would be no reaction necessary if we weren't feeding off of someone else's energy, as positive or negative as that energy may be. Think of all the emotions that you've felt today. Think of all the people who ignited those emotions within you. It's crazy-town!