Your Stories Dont Define You, How You Tell Them Will

327 The Company We Keep   It’s a fact of life that we will make poor decisions, sometimes in the form of negative influences like people, often times repeatedly when we’re young. It’s normal and completely natural to make mistakes, as human beings we are allowed and expected to grow and change, rarely we are ever the same moment to moment, which is why it is vital to choose actively everyday to do your best and put your best foot forward despite all previous hardships.  In today’s episode Sarah Elkins and Ricky Birkenstock discuss the importance of self awareness, growth, and taking responsibility for yourself when things are bleakest.     Highlights The past does not define you. You can use the negative experiences of your past as fuel to change your life for the better. No matter how dark things seem you can always find or make a better place to be. Taking responsibility for your own actions, thoughts, and wellbeing.  Ditch the “Shoulds” Surround yourself with people who will help you grow.   Qu