“We don't want to give the controls to someone else; we want those reins ourselves. We want to get our way. And we get upset when things don't work out. . . . When we try to control someone else or events beyond the scope of our power, we lose. When we learn to discern the difference between what we can change and what we can't, we usually have an easier time expressing our power in our lives. Because we're not wasting all our energy using our power to change things we can't, we have a lot of energy left over to live our lives.”
Quote by Melody Beattie
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Melody Beattie
Melody Beattie is an American author known for her books on personal growth and self-help. Born in 1948, her works delve into themes such as codependency, self-acceptance, and emotional independence, offering profound insights and practical tools for readers. more
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