The quality of our mentality determines the quality of our surroundings; our attitude colors the incidents and activities of our lives, and of all of our relationships. If I consider myself unlucky, or as a victim of malicious will or circumstance, then the things which happen will be happening “to me.” If, however, I see my life gratefully, as a fortunate child of God, I will consider the happenings of my life to be good, fair and natural occurrences. While it may be impossible for the suffering soul to see, all of life is a wonderful experience. I am master of my fate to the extent that I am able to see life objectively, so as to overcome self-pity and victimhood. This is accomplished by my healthy daily practice of study, prayer and meditation.
Nick Hilton - Reflections 