Attitude Means Altitude: The Turning Point That Changed Everything
I’ll get straight to the point:
My thinking was flawed.
For years, I believed success was all about hard work and focus. I secured good jobs—only to lose them. I launched business ventures—only to abandon them. My life became a cycle of broken relationships, jail time, and alcohol abuse. Despite considering myself a good person, chaos seemed to follow me everywhere.
The Weight of Misfortune
There were moments when I felt oppressed by the idea that I was always in the wrong place at the wrong time. Failure and misfortune clung to me like a shadow, and I couldn’t understand why. Eventually, I began to wonder:
What if the issue wasn’t external? What if it was me?
The Search for Answers
I dove headfirst into self-help literature—goal setting, success strategies, mental fortitude. I studied daily, highlighted passages, and scribbled notes in the margins. I was proud of the effort. I thought knowledge alone would unlock a better life.
But it didn’t.
Despite all the reading and reflection, I found myself back in the same unfruitful place, confused and defeated.
A Moment of Clarity
Now, I find myself isolated in a world that feels cold and desolate. Every habit I cultivated, every endeavor I pursued—none of it seemed to bear fruit. I hit a wall. I couldn’t understand why.
Then one day, while walking alone across a vast field, I began to reflect. My mind wandered through memories of family, jobs, and childhood. One memory stood out.
Back in elementary school, I used to pass a poster in the hallway. It showed an airplane climbing upward through the sky, not flying level but ascending. Above it were the words:
“Attitude Means Altitude.”
And just like that, it clicked.
The Real Issue Was Me
For so long, I believed everyone was against me. That every boss hated me. That every relationship was a lie. But the truth?
It was my attitude.
My approach to life was the root of my struggles. That one factor kept me from finishing anything, from thriving in any environment. Once I understood that, everything changed.
The Journey Continues
This isn’t the end of the story—it’s just a turning point. From here, the blog will explore the life lessons that have shaped every part of my existence.
If you’re searching for something, know this:
You’re on the right path.
Keep following. Be blessed. And remember—your attitude determines your altitude.
