Let go of expectations and attachments from "summary" of Closer to Love by Vex King
Release the need for things to go a certain way. When we cling to expectations, we set ourselves up for disappointment. Life has a funny way of not always going according to plan. By holding onto rigid expectations, we create unnecessary stress and anxiety for ourselves. It's like trying to control the uncontrollable, a futile exercise that only leads to frustration. Attachments, on the other hand, bind us to things that may not serve us. Whether it's a person, a material possession, or a certain outcome, attachments can cloud our judgment and prevent us from seeing things clearly. We become so invested in a particular outcome that we lose sight of the bigger picture. It's like wearing blinders that narrow our perspective and limit our ability to adapt to new circumstances. When w...
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