Trying to Control Holds You Back
Not everyone likes to admit that they're a bit of a control fanatic.
But if you've ever tried to influence an event or outcome... If you're ever distraught when things don't go YOUR way...
Then taking control probably figures highly.
But don't worry.
If the truth be known, the majority of us are always trying to get life under control.
Top of the list of controllers are those who do their utmost to influence their life's path such as high achievers and entrepreneurs.
But absolutely anyone with a goal can be a controller.
So, what's wrong with that?
Surely, being in control is a good motivator, shows ambition, enables you to mould your life exactly as you want it.
True.
Being able to control your life shows many qualities including self-sufficiency.
However, the emotions that come as a result of trying to control can hold you back - particularly when you're unsuccessful.
Trying to control certainly creates greater stress and tension so if you recognise yourself as a bit of a controller, learn to let go.
When it all gets too much, take a break.
I often do that. I'll be working like crazy, feel so stressed, then just think - what's the point?
So I take a day off and let it go. The world doesn't fall apart. Everything is fine.
Let go and life starts to flow much easier.
And consider this...
Ultimately, we have no control of life whatsoever.
So, why worry?
Next time you feel stressed because you're trying to control, just ask yourself ...
'How does this matter in the great order of things?'
Then let go!
Labels: inspiration, self-development
by Karl
2:57 AM
2 Comments:
You're so right - we should learn to let go and let the world take us. If we went with the flow, we'd be happier and more at peace. And probably more successful, too.
Great post!
By
Michael Miles, at
2:47 PM
Yeah, I've let go. I have a garden that's a jungle, a house full of crap and no job because I keep getting fired.
I'm not unaware but trying to control or letting go both have the same result - shit happens and I get depressed.
So if I really let go, I go into free-fall, and we all know the end result of that. SPLAT. I guess I must be getting pretty close to the ground now...
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Anonymous, at
9:43 PM
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