Accepting reality as it is can lead to greater contentment from "summary" of 10% Happier 10th Anniversary by Dan Harris
Accepting reality as it is can be a hard pill to swallow. We often find ourselves resisting what is happening around us, wishing things were different. This resistance only serves to create more suffering and discontent in our lives. When we are constantly at odds with reality, we are fighting a losing battle. By accepting reality as it is, we can find a sense of peace and contentment. This does not mean that we passively accept everything that happens to us without trying to change it. Rather, it means that we acknowledge the truth of our situation and work towards finding solutions from a place of clarity and calm. When we stop fighting against what is, we can free up mental energy to focus on what truly matters. We can let go of the need to control every aspect of our live...
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