Let go of the need to always be in control from "summary" of Being Zen by Ezra Bayda
The idea of loosening our grip on control is a fundamental principle in Zen practice. It is the recognition that the more we try to control things, the more we suffer. This need for control stems from our fear of the unknown, our fear of not being able to predict or manage what will happen next. We cling to control as a way to feel safe and secure in an uncertain world. However, this clinging only serves to create more tension and anxiety in our lives. When we learn to let go of the need to always be in control, we open ourselves up to the possibility of experiencing life as it is, without constantly trying to manipulate or manage it. This doesn't mean that we become passive or indifferent to what happens around us. Rather, it means that we approach life with a sense of openness and flexibi...
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