She was reflecting back on a truth she had learned over the years: that people heard what they wanted to hear, saw what they wanted, believed what they wanted.

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The truth is that people only hear the words they want to hear, see what they want to see, and believe what they want to believe. Truth is not based on how well you meet people’s expectations. In fact, when you start listening to everyone else’s expectations, you will no longer be the one in control. The way to success is to focus on your own goals and dreams.

You have to be true to yourself and trust in yourself. Only in doing so can you rise above the expectations of others and actually accomplish something special in life.

Source: The Bodies Left Behind

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