Applying this principle during a pandemic can be particularly difficult.
Why self-acceptance is not the same thing as complacency.
Radical self-acceptance is the opposite of avoiding responsibility or giving up in self-defeat.
In doing so, we give ourselves the opportunity to integrateour shadow aspectsand live more authentically.
Be honest with yourself about the feelings you’re having.
Notice them and stay with them, without minimizing or denying them.
Then practice being open to yourself and giving yourself.
permission to just be as you are.
Remember that every setback is a learning opportunity.
Our self-esteem inevitably takes a blow when we do this.
Let’s instead measure our success by our own yardstick and reaffirm our own personal goals.
What’smynext right thought or action?"
Then, bring the intentionality back to your own unique journey.
Lean on the practices that remind you that thoughts are fleeting.
It can bemeditation,tapping, walking, or being of service to others.
