I can release my feelings of trying to control everything. I can go with the flow

I acknowledge that the only person I have complete control over is me! I cannot control the thoughts, opinions, or actions of others. However, I can control my reactions to whatever life throws my way.

I let go of my desire to control situations, and I refuse to allow frustration to cloud my mind. Instead, I choose to focus on what I can do in any given situation.

Even though I cannot control everything, I am not powerless over everything! I still have tools that help me direct my life toward achieving my goals, regardless of life’s distractions. I can choose to change or let go.

My time management skills keep me focused and organized. I allow time in my schedule for dealing with distractions without losing my focus on my priorities. We have control over where we put our priorities, but life will do it for us if we don’t prioritize.

Affirmations are another tool that helps guide my life to where I want to go. Regardless of what life throws at me, I can replace any negative thoughts that creep in with positive ones. When I find myself complaining, I “flip the script” and immediately think of 5 things I’m grateful for at that moment.

Even in hectic times, I can use breathing exercises, relaxation techniques, and meditation to restore peace and harmony to my soul. I also like to recite a prayer or two like the serenity prayer or the acceptance passage from the big book of Alcoholics Anonymous.

I also use my optimistic outlook on life to find the silver lining in everything. There is a lesson in every mistake and an opportunity in every challenge. We just need to practice looking for them.

With these tools at my disposal, I know I can go with the flow, whatever that flow might bring! I do not need to have control over anyone but myself to enjoy life with all its blessings and challenges!

Today, I choose to focus on controlling only myself and discover how joyful life can be without any desire to control others.

Self-Reflection Questions:

1. Do I feel I need to control others for my day to go smoothly?

2. How can I control my life by controlling myself?

3. What stops me from just going with the flow?

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As always, stay blessed and live your life Enthusiastically!!

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