If we abdicate responsibility for our choices, we may become angry, sometimes full of rage at others for running our lives, for telling us what to do… - Melody Beattie

Accepting reality is touted and encouraged by most sane people.

Today, God, help me practice the concept of acceptance in my life. Help me accept myself, others, and my circumstances. Take me one step further, and help me feel grateful.

We don’t have to be controlled by what other people say; we don’t have to try to control them with our words and special effects. We don’t have to be manipulated, guilted, coerced, or forced into anything. We can open our mouths and take care of ourselves! Learn to say: “I love you, but I love me, too. This is what I need to do to take care of me.” We