Acceptance does not mean approval from "summary" of The Radical Acceptance of Everything by Ann Weiser Cornell
Acceptance is a powerful practice that can bring deep peace and healing into our lives. It is about allowing things to be as they are, without resistance or judgment. When we accept something, we are acknowledging its existence and allowing it to be a part of our experience. This can be a challenging concept for many people, as it goes against our natural instinct to try to control or change things that we don't like. One important thing to remember about acceptance is that it does not mean that we have to like or approve of something. Acceptance is not the same as approval. We can accept something without agreeing with it or condoning it. For example, we can accept that a difficult situation has occurred without agreeing that it is fair or just. Acceptance is about acknowledging reality as it is, rather than how we wish it would be. When we can practice acceptance in this way, we free ourselves from the burden of constantly trying to change or fix things that are beyond our control. This can bring a sense of peace and serenity into our lives, as we learn to let go of the struggle against reality. Acceptance allows us to open up to the present moment and experience life fully, without being weighed down by judgment or resistance. In the pra...
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