Surrender control to find peace from "summary" of Traveling Mercies by Anne Lamott
When we talk about surrendering control, we're essentially talking about letting go of the need to control every aspect of our lives. It's about acknowledging that we can't always have things go exactly the way we want them to, and that's okay. Surrendering control doesn't mean giving up or being passive; it's about trusting that things will work out as they are meant to, even if it's not in the way we imagined. By surrendering control, we are able to find peace within ourselves. When we constantly try to control every situation, we create unnecessary stress and anxiety for ourselves. We become consumed by worry and fear, always trying to manipulate things to go our way. But when we let go of that need to control, we free ourselves from that burden. We are able to relax and trust that everything will unfold as it should. Surrendering control also allows us to be more present in the moment. Instead of constantly worrying about the future or dwelling on the past, we are able to fully immerse ourselves in the here and now. We can appreciate the beauty in each moment, without the distraction of trying to control every aspect of our lives. This presence brings a sense of calm and contentment that can only be found when we let go of the need to control. It's important to remember that surrendering control is not a one-time event, but a continuous practice. It's something we have to work on every day, as the need to control is deeply ingrained in our society and in our own minds. But as we continue to surrender control and trust in the process of life, we will find a sense of peace and freedom that we never knew was possible. And in that surrender, we find a profound sense of liberation and joy that comes from truly letting go.
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