Apart from my own behaviour, deep down I know that the external world is out of my control most of the time. I often manage to forget this truth. (Control freaks often do.) Whenever I realise that yet again, I cannot control everything, I remind myself of three things. If nothing else, I have 3 vast powers available to me. They are internal, but very personal powers that are within my control. They are also universal, so this means they are shared by everyone:
- The power of personal choice
- The power of personal perspective
- The power of personal awareness
An added benefit, that comes by activating these powers within me, is that letting go and surrender become a whole lot easier each time.
It is impossible, and unethical, to control other people and many events that occur in the external world. I’ve found that many out-of-control instances are perfect opportunities for me to control my attitude and my response by drawing on these 3 simple, yet potent personal powers.
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