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Mindfulness can help individuals let go of the need for control from "summary" of The Mindful Way through Depression by J. Mark G. Williams,John D. Teasdale,Zindel V. Segal,Jon Kabat-Zinn
When we are struggling with depression, we often feel a strong urge to control everything in our lives. We believe that if we can just control our thoughts, emotions, and circumstances, we will finally find relief from our suffering. However, this need for control only serves to deepen our sense of helplessness and despair. It traps us in a cycle of rumination and self-criticism, making it impossible for us to break free from the grip of depression. Mindfulness offers us a way out of this cycle by teaching us to let go of our need for control. When we practice mindfulness, we learn to observe our thoughts and emotions without trying to change or suppress them. Instead of getting caught up in the endless struggle to control our inner world, we simply acknowledge and accept whatever arises in the present moment. This shift in perspective allows us to see that we are not defined by our thoughts and feelings, and that we have the power to choose how we respond to them. By cultivating ...
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