Acceptance of difficult emotions is part of the mindfulness practice from "summary" of The Now Effect by Elisha Goldstein
When we engage in the practice of mindfulness, we are not only cultivating awareness of the present moment but also learning to accept whatever arises within us. This includes difficult emotions that may be uncomfortable or challenging to experience. Rather than pushing these emotions away or trying to avoid them, mindfulness invites us to acknowledge them with an open and compassionate attitude. By accepting difficult emotions as part of our present experience, we are acknowledging the reality of our internal landscape without judgment or resistance. This acceptance allows us to observe these emotions with curiosity and kindness, rather than getting caught up in a cycle of reactivity or suppression. In doing so, we create space for t...
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