Are you in control?

Are you in control? I mean really in control?

A discussion in the LinkedIn group Linked 2 Leadership

My Answer: Control is an illusion. The only control you have over others is that which they give to you; however, this can be taken away at any time. You can control your conscious thoughts; however, you can't control your subconscious' ability to overwhelm these. You can control your actions; however, you cannot control the consequences of these. What is left? simply being. If that is not enough, then be the best.