Allowing emotions to be, without reaction, leads to understanding from "summary" of Wherever You Go, There You Are by Jon Kabat-Zinn
When we allow ourselves to simply sit with our emotions, without immediately reacting to them, we create space for understanding to arise. This practice of non-reactivity requires us to cultivate a sense of mindfulness, a non-judgmental awareness of our present moment experience. By observing our emotions without getting swept away by them, we can begin to see them more clearly, without the distortion of our habitual reactions. Our emotions are like passing weather patterns in the sky, coming and going on their own accord. When we resist or react impulsively to them, we only amplify their intensity and prolong their stay. However, when we practice allowing our emotions to b...
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