➡The article discusses the futility of trying to control everything in life and emphasizes the importance of accepting what cannot be controlled. It advocates for self-awareness, embracing change, and accepting love and support from others. True happiness is found in surrendering the illusion of control, focusing on positive influences, and welcoming life with open arms.
You know, life has this funny way of throwing advice at you, especially the people that tell you to focus only on what you can control. In fact I believed until recently that I will be fine as long as I care about the things that are in my control. It sounds simple, right? Manage the things you can control, and you'll be just fine. But nothing in life is as controllable as we wish it were. It's like trying to catch the wind with our bare hands. Impossible!
I used to believe that the only thing I could truly control was myself. But even that notion is not correct in a way. In my relentless pursuit of control, I found myself losing sight of what control really means. It's not about manipulating every little detail of our lives. It is about ACCEPTING THAT WE CANNOT CONTROL MUCH.
We humans have this natural tendency to want to control everything. Our surroundings, our relationships, our emotions, and our destiny. But life doesn't operate on our terms. We cannot impress everyone. We cannot control what people say about us. We cannot force connections. We cannot control our future. Life is more like a gigantic, intricate painting, and we are just tiny brushstrokes in this masterpiece. We might see the painting differently, but that doesn't mean we hold the paintbrush.
Think about the daily struggles we all face. We want to control our worries, our impulses, and even matters of the heart. But try as we might, worries persist, impulses linger, and love? Well, love dances to its own tune, regardless of how hard we try to regulate it. And there is communication? Now, this is a tricky one. Finding the right words often feels like trying to solve a complicated puzzle blindfolded.
Be Aware of Yourself and Everything Around You
I've come to realize that the more we try to control, the more elusive it becomes. Instead of this futile pursuit, maybe the key to true contentment lies in AWARENESS. Being aware allows us to see ourselves and the world clearly. It lets us recognize our flaws, desires, and limitations. Through self-awareness, I've embarked on a journey of self-improvement, striving to be a better version of myself each day.
It is not just about self-awareness, though. It is also about accepting the things we can't change. Our past, our family, and even love. Love, in its purest form, is unconditional and given freely. We can't force someone to love us, and honestly, we shouldn't. Understanding this liberates us from the heavy burden of trying to control the uncontrollable.
And Embrace Change
Change? It is as inevitable as the sunrise. Yet, our fear of change often leads to anxiety and resistance. But you know what? Embracing change, understanding its inevitability, allows us to adapt and grow. When we let go of our grip on the unchangeable, we find peace amidst life's twists and turns.
The present moment is where we truly reside. The past is a mere memory, and the future? Well, it's uncertain at best. By accepting the present with all its flaws and uncertainties, we find peace. Learning from our mistakes, choosing our responses wisely, and cherishing the positive relationships in our lives become paramount.
So, here's the thing. Happiness isn't found in trying to control everything. It is in surrendering the illusion of control. By accepting what we can't change, we free ourselves from the exhausting pursuit of the impossible.
Instead of exhausting ourselves in trying to manipulate the uncontrollable, we should focus our energies on the aspects of life we can influence positively. By nurturing self-awareness, embracing change, and accepting the love and support of those around us, we pave the way for a happier, more fulfilling existence..
Let's release the need for control and welcome life with arms wide open. Then, we can find genuine liberation and the limitless potential for happiness.