Take notes then decide

Keeping track of how you are affected by someone or something, will help you decide if you are going to let it affect you. Many things have to be considered, but first be honest whether it had a negative or a positive affect on you. Keep in mind that a negative affect can only bring a negative outcome. A positive affect can only bring a positive outcome. So being honest from the start is the most important decision you have in making sure you have any chance of a positive outcome. If you know a certain place brings up negative thoughts, then don't go there. If a person brings negativity in your life, then stay away from them. If you know you are always running late, then for now on leave earlier. If you don't want to regret something, then don't do anything that you might regret. We all make mistakes but you can only learn from your mistakes, if you are honest with yourself when you make one. Whether it is a person, place or thing that affects you negatively, you have to avoid it so it can't affect you. There are songs that I absolutely love but the negative thoughts that they bring up means I can't listen to them. There are many foods that taste delicious but the heartburn it causes makes me choose not to eat them.