As I go about my life, I am given opportunities to view the world in whatever way I choose. A single experience can mean a hundred different things to a hundred different people -- all based on how it is perceived. The test I failed can be either a mark of my worthlessness or a motivation to improve. The smile I received from that stranger could be a meaningless expression or a sign of hope on a bad day. My perception will always shape my experiences, determine my outcomes, and ultimately decide who I
