Accepting reality is touted and encouraged by most sane people. - Melody Beattie

Today, I will understand that I hold the key to my freedom. I will stop participating in my oppression and victimization. I will take responsibility for myself, and let others do as they may.

"A man went to Istanbul, his first visit there. On his way to a business meeting, this man lost his way. He began raging at himself for getting lost, until a realization allowed him to transcend his ire. "How can I be lost? I've never been here before?" pp 104-105"

Worrying, obsessing, and controlling are illusions. They are tricks we play on ourselves.