What are you giving power to?

Have you ever been in a room and all of a sudden you notice a sound, like a ticking clock, and as soon as you notice it, it seems like the loudest thing ever and you can’t imagine there was ever a time where you didn’t notice it? Or you’re thinking about having kids and all of a sudden notice that everyone seems to be pregnant? You’re now aware of this thing, and you’re giving it power. That’s why it seems so loud or so prevalent. What else in your life are you giving power to and allowing to hold your focus and energy hostage?