How Big is Your Circle of Control?

     Basically, this article describes that there are countless things in the world that any man can be concerned with; however, 99% of these things are uncontrollable. So the main focus of this article is that people should not worry about events or situations that they cannot control. The weather, wars, and disease are all examples of what he is talking about. The weather does its own thing, wars have existed as long as humans have, and diseases will always be here. If you spend any time worrying about them, you are wasting valuable time that could be spent learning, exercising, or bettering the world in ways you can control. For example, you can start a business, create a blog, or help others. When you worry about things you cannot control, you are also risking your sanity, because it makes you feel helpless.
     I completely agree with this article. When people watch the news, it fills their head with horrible things that they have no control over. Some people spend so much time worrying about what's happening in another country, that they forget about bettering their own country. Also, I have seen a few people that do worry about things out of their control, and they are constantly stressed out because they can't do anything. It sounds like a horrible way to think, to me. I would hate being trapped with thoughts that are out of my control.
     Another source says that this is easier said than done. Even with the thought in your mind that you shouldn't be concerned with everything, there are still out of control things that you are going to worry about. Stresses at work that prevent your work from getting a project done are an example that he gives. One example that I can think of is traffic. Being late is horrible to me. I do my best to influence me getting to my destination on time, or early. Sometimes traffic gets in the way, though. While I know I can't control the traffic, it is frustrating.

http://www.engineeringandleadership.com/influence-and-concern-a-tale-of-two-circles/