I've read in Eastern literature that being in this moment is healthy for our emotional stability. Is it because when we're in this moment we're fully at the center of our personal universe? We're alive in this second that our creator has granted us?
When we're in this small moment life is manageable. The problems we have are present now, in bite-sized moments of time. That's something we can handle. That's why the 12-Step programs emphasize staying sober a day at a time.
But the problem with me - and many other addicts - is that we often look outside of ourselves for solutions. We blame other people and situations beyond our control when things go sideways. But regardless of what happens - most all of our answers and solutions lie within. And, you may ask what is this magic solution that lies within? How does it work? How do I apply it in my life? After all, many of us have read all kinds of self-help books and we still have no tranquility or satisfaction, But it's simple.
Acceptance. It will bring us emotional stability. If there's no solution to what's going on in our life at this moment, then we accept it. And that acceptance will vaporize the problem. Maybe the problem will remain unsolved. Maybe it won't. But because we've accepted it, we have our solution.
Many can't believe it's that simple. But try it; it's free. Plus, we can always go back to not accepting whatever it is and see how that feels. This is a wonderful tool you can use for a better life.
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