Sometimes you feel stuck and don't know how to move forward. It's like you're moving in slow motion and there are no signs of improvement. At times it can seem like things are slowly getting worse, but then something happens. Something inside you goes,

This is getting old; I am sick of feeling like this and sick of this life.

Then your world is changed, forever. I had a moment like that earlier this year. I was studying for an exam and it was 11:30 at night, and I was so exhausted. Then I looked up from my pile of notes and writing utensils with the biggest smile on my face. In that split second I made a lot of mindset-change decisions.

I was done being hard on myself, freaking out over the littlest things, and continuing on this path of nothingness. I was done caring about people that aren't worth my time. I was done getting mad at myself for having trouble focusing and for being too hyper at times. I was done blaming myself for the cause of recent hardships and thinking so lowly of myself. I was done holding the belief that I was worthless, annoying, stupid, and unwanted.

I was just fed up with my own self-destructive demons.

From that moment on, I decided to start waking up with a better perception of myself and take in the upcoming day with open arms. I would still let myself think negatively occasionally because you need that balance sometimes, but I know I won't let those thoughts control me. The backlash from life's obstacles and negative thoughts are not to control me anymore. This was the start of a new beginning for me, my turning point.

You usually don't know when a moment like this will occur, but it's pretty amazing when it does happen. However it takes time for this turning point to take full effect because it's all about the self-maintenance after the realizations. Once it does you feel like a brand-new person; better mindset, more genuine smiles, and a more confident gait. You feel on top of the world and do not think about the past. It's important to note, though, that it's normal to not be consistently overjoyed after your turning point because it's a process of keeping your mind from destroying your happiness once more.

I remember being discouraged when I didn't feel great after my big moment. I thought that I was stuck once more. Then I realized it was just my mind testing me to see if I could keep up the new mindset when things weren't always good, and I got out of the funk. Just be gentle with yourself after making all of these changes in your life because it takes time for it all to fall into place fully.

For me right now though, it is finally in full effect. I have a fantastic group of friends and family along with a lovely boyfriend. My support system is on point and work is going well too! Everything happens for a reason and all of the hardships I've faced have led me to this moment. It just takes a change of self-perception and having faith that everything will works itself out.

We are all on a path to greatness, we just have to make sure we don't destroy it by losing trust in one's self. Then, before you know it your life changes, forever.

Life isn't about changing your starting point, but rather embracing a new beginning...your new beginning.