Tracy Durkin, LCSW

Sometimes we turn ourselves inside out trying to solve a problem that is either not ours to fix or is beyond our ability to solve. This creates undue stress and frustration, physical exhaustion, a sense of failure and sometimes even power struggles with others.

You must be honest with yourself: is this something you can solve? If yes, then go for it - give it all you’ve got!! If no, then you may need to surrender, to accept that it is beyond your control. Think carefully, be realistic: Solve or surrender? Peace.

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Or, in the words of my very wise mother, “Just leave well enough alone.” Acceptance — a simple, sometimes difficult, but always calming practice.