God has given us the amazing ability to use our free will to alter the course of our life.  People's decisions—both good and bad—constantly alter the environment we live in.  But the world in which we live does not give rise to choice. 

It starts inside the mind, specifically in the frontal lobe.  Our judgment, logic, social conventions, and long-term planning all occur here.  All of these support making life-affirming, healthy decisions. 

Humans can make informed decisions because their reasoning and planning abilities are stronger and more complex than those of other species.

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Despite how amazing it is, this power is not inherent.  There's a catch, though.  You must first feel that you have control over your life in order to make wise choices.  ​Why is this such a big deal? 

Because research indicates that people who feel in charge of their lives are healthier, happier, and have longer lifespans.  The power of choice is at work here. 

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People who think they are in charge of their lives understand that God has given them the ability to change and advance. 

Everything they do, including the objectives they establish, the routines they develop, and the equilibrium they achieve in their life, is a reflection of this idea.