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Acceptance of what has happened is the first step to overcoming the consequences of any misfortune. - William James
We have no 'real' control over what life has in store for us. We don't know how our day will go or whether we will wake to see another sunrise. Nothing is permanent; you could have all the riches in the world today but tomorrow it could be gone. Things happen; all that you've ever known could change and everything you've ever experienced can transform or have an impact on your life. It's our approach and outlook to life that can determine whether we are going to spend it happily or just be miserable about it. Simply put - bitch less, enjoy more !
Over the years I've learned (and trust me when I say that I struggle with this) that one must learn to 'Accept' the way things are; one must stop complaining and that when thrown in a situation - one must embrace it and find a way to cope in order to thrive. Basically one must learn to look at each situation / circumstance in a positive manner rather than in a negative manner. When it comes to relationships - the only way one can move on with life is 'acceptance & moving forward' without looking back.
Another thing I've learned is that in order to be truly accepting of all that is around you - one must look beyond their own point of view and open their mind to the perceptions of those around them. This doesn't mean you blindly agree to everything that you see or hear but this will make you more accepting and tolerant to others around you.
How accepting are you to those around you that share different perceptions to you ? Have you found yourself saying 'life isn't fair' ? What are you going to do about that ? Have you noticed any changes in your life since you started 'accepting' things around you ? Do you believe that everything happens for a reason ?
