Question Nineteen: Over what, exactly, am I powerless?

Oh, wow...this is a loaded question. I am powerless over so many things. The difficulty is admitting it when I'm in the midst of a powerless situation.

So, I'm learning that I'm powerless over what other people do. My parents, my brother, my friends...I have no control over what they do, think, or feel.

I also am powerless over what happens TO me, i.e. perceived unjustices, prejudices and judgements.

I'm powerless over what the future holds for me.

I'm powerless over what happend in the past.

I'm powerless over when I'm needed at home to care for my family.

I'm powerless over everything outside of myself.

But, I know I'm NOT powerless over how I respond.