Since thinking has much to do with what you become in life, you might consider the following suggestions: 1. Stop putting yourself down. There is a lot that is good in you. Empty your mind of thoughts of failure and start seeing yourself as a competent person. 2. Eliminate self-pity. Think of what you have, instead of dwelling on what you may have lost. 3. Quit thinking about yourself. Think of others. Go out and look for someone who needs the help you can give, and give it freely. 4. Remember the words of Goethe: "He who has a firm will molds the world to himself." God gave humans something called will. Use it. 5. Have a goal and set an achievable timetable to achieve it. 6. Stop wasting your mental energy on the past, and start thinking about what to do now. Amazing things happen when you think constructively. 7. Every morning and every evening say these words aloud: "I can do all things through Christ who strengthens me." 8. Every day say three times: "This is the day the Lord has made. I will rejoice and be glad in it." (adapted from Psalms 118:24) 9. Think and practice joy everyday. 10. Get enthusiasm; think enthusiasm; live enthusiastically.