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Learn to let go of things beyond your control from "summary" of A Short Guide to a Happy Life by Anna Quindlen
Life is full of uncertainties, of moments that catch us off guard and leave us feeling helpless. It's during these times that we are reminded of the importance of letting go of things beyond our control. As much as we may try to hold on to them, there are some things that simply cannot be changed or influenced by our actions. When we learn to accept this truth, when we learn to release our grip on the things that are beyond our control, we open ourselves up to a sense of freedom and peace. We no longer waste our energy on futile efforts to change the unchangeable. Instead, we focus on the things that we can control, the things that we can shape and mold to fit our desires. Letting go of things beyond our control is not a sign of weakness, but rather a sign of strength. It takes courage to relinquish our need to control every aspect of our lives, t...
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