Passive

How passive am I really? I believe a lot of what
has happened to me
professionally, academically and in other ways
has largely been influenced
by others. I mean that I believe God has placed
certain people in my life to
point me in the right direction.
But on the other hand, am I merely being passive?
Should I go against or challenge the
opportunities that seemingly walk right
under my nose? Or should I seize them, thanking
God for making my choice and
ultimately my path and decisions clear?