It is definitely taking control of your life. That does mean that you and only you are responsible for all events. Not everyone is ready to deal with that. It i

It is definitely taking control of your life. That does mean that you and only you are responsible for all events. Not everyone is ready to deal with that. It is sometimes difficult. Being forgiving towards yourself goes a long way. Also, when you take control of your life you also take control of the life of others. People will depend on you. Defining how much is really important. Don't have people depend solely on you. Work with them to softly nudge them towards independence.