This quote is often misattributed or left without a clear author. It’s commonly found in self-help books, Instagram captions, and motivational speeches. While some credit it vaguely to anonymous sources or speakers like Iva Ursano, Tony Robbins, or Mel Robbins, there’s no definitive original source that can be proven.

Don’t let others dictate your decisions, dreams, or identity. Avoid surrendering control of your life to outside expectations—family, society, partners, or social media.

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