Acceptance - Why Struggle? Book Excerpt

This is a brief excerpt from the book, Why Struggle? Life Is Too Short To Wear Tight Shoes. Barbara believes being mindful of what we say is important. Acceptance is an excerpt from her book, Why Struggle? Life Is Too Short To Wear Tight Shoes. Why Struggle encourages you to accept life for what it is, an unpredictable journey.

Transcript

Chapter 17, Acceptance. Grant me the serenity to change the things I can, The courage to accept the things I cannot change, And the wisdom to know the difference. These words by Reinhold Neuber can change your life if you choose to live them. Acceptance isn't resignation. Acceptance is receiving what has been presented. When my grandfather and father died within two weeks of each other, I had to accept that as a fact. Denying the obvious would not change what happened. I felt all the emotions that would be expected in that situation. Allow yourself to accept things so you can move forward in your life. Remember, You don't want to walk around with a hot coal in your hand, So learn the art of accepting each moment and moving forward. We will never understand everything that happens. When something happens, Accept the event as a fact. Let the next moment come into play and be present to that moment. Practice. When someone does something that you don't agree with, Repeat the affirmation, I cannot change the way that person is. I accept the beauty they have to offer. Try this for one day, One week, And one month, Then make it a life practice. Affirmation, I am opened and accepting of all people.

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This was straightforward and meaningful.

Thank you for this beautiful reminder. Blessings 🌻

Wonderful! I sometimes say serenity prayer many times during a challenging day . It truly helps. Great affirmation too 💓🌻🪷☮️Ty!

I appreciate the straight forwardness of this practice. Feel the emotions but get to the facts and accept them. Thank you.

Thank you I shall practice that affirmation with hope in gaining more life acceptance