Accept yourself and others with kindness from "summary" of A Path with Heart by Jack Kornfield
To truly accept ourselves and others with kindness is a radical act of love and liberation. It is a practice that requires us to let go of judgment and criticism, and instead embrace ourselves and others just as we are. This practice is not about condoning harmful behavior or ignoring our faults, but rather about seeing ourselves and others with compassion and understanding. When we accept ourselves and others with kindness, we create a space for healing and growth. We allow ourselves to be imperfect, to make mistakes, and to learn from them. We also allow others to be imperfect, to make mistakes, and to grow from them. In this way, acceptance becomes a powerful force for transformation and healing. Acceptance also means letting go of the need to control ourselves and others. It means recognizing that we cannot change the past or predict the future, and that the only moment we have is now. When we accept ourselves and others with kindness, we let go of the need to fix or change them, and instead focus on being present and loving in each moment. In order to truly accept ourselves and others with kindness, we must cultivate a sense of self-love and self-compassion. This means treating ourselves with the same kindness and understanding that we would offer to a dear friend. It means acknowledging our own worthiness and deservingness of love and compassion, and extending that same kindness to others. Acceptance also requires us to cultivate mindfulness and presence. By being fully present in each moment, we can see ourselves and others more clearly, without the distortions of judgment or criticism. We can see the beauty and goodness in ourselves and others, and appreciate the unique qualities that make us who we are.- Acceptance is a practice of radical love and compassion. It is a way of being in the world that allows us to see ourselves and others with kindness and understanding, and to treat ourselves and others with the love and respect that we all deserve. By cultivating acceptance in our hearts, we can create a more peaceful and loving world for ourselves and others to live in.
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