Letting things be as they are is liberating from "summary" of Wherever You Go, There You Are by Jon Kabat-Zinn
When we allow things to be as they are, without constantly trying to change or control them, we free ourselves from the burden of always needing to fix or improve everything. This act of acceptance is not a sign of weakness, but rather a display of strength and wisdom. It requires us to let go of our attachment to outcomes and trust in the natural flow of life. By releasing our grip on how things should be, we open ourselves up to a sense of liberation and ease. This practice of letting things be does not mean that we become passive or indifferent to our circumstances. On the contrary, it allows us to approach life with a sense of curiosity and openness. When we stop trying to force things to fit our expectations, we create space for new possibilities to emerge. This attitude of non-judgmental awareness allows us to see things as they truly are, without the distortions of o...
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