Release the need for control from "summary" of Being Zen by Ezra Bayda
The desire for control can be a powerful force in our lives, driving us to seek certainty and predictability in an uncertain world. We want to feel secure, to know what's going to happen next, to be able to plan and prepare for every eventuality. But the truth is, life is inherently unpredictable. No matter how much we try to control it, there will always be things that are beyond our control. When we release the need for control, we are able to let go of our attachment to outcomes. We can accept that we cannot control everything, and that trying to do so only leads to frustration and disappointment. Instead of trying to force things to go our way, we can learn to go with the flow, to accept...
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