When we hear the word ‘acceptance’, it may stir up confusion. Many believe that acceptance means tolerating wrong behaviour or being passive. But what does it mean? IT STARTS WITH YOU Acceptance is prioritising and maintaining your peace.
It begins with accepting the whole self. When we have high expectations of ourselves, it creates inner conflict. Never forget, without accepting the present self no matter how bad it is, you can’t grow as your energy will be in constant battle between ‘who you are’ and ‘who you want to be’.
Instead, invest that energy in ameliorating yourself. Rejection is very depleting. ACCEPTANCE VS TOLERANCE Acceptance doesn’t mean allowing or excusing wrong actions.
If someone is doing something harmful, either to you or someone else, take the desired action. The confusion arises when we assume that acceptance equals passivity. The truth is, acceptance is a more nuanced concept.
The first key to acceptance is distinguishing between the person and their actions. A person is not defined by their acts. Good-hearted people may sometimes make poor decisions, and even those with bad behaviour do have the potential for good.
Once we can separate the person from their actions, it becomes easier to handle situations objectively. The focus then shifts to addressing the action without judging the person. EMPOWER YOUR MIND The second step is empowering your mind.
When faced with wrong behaviour, avoid quick judgement. Remember, the person and their .
