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Episode Synopsis
You Can't Control Everything: How to Let Go of Controlling the Outcome of Things
Ideally, we would like to have complete control over everything and for things to unfold exactly as we envision. However, this is rarely realistic, and we often face outcomes that are entirely different from what we hoped for. With more acceptance and focusing on aspects within our control, we can develop healthier coping strategies that support self-improvement and mental health. Detaching ourselves from dependency on uncontrollable factors makes it easier to navigate challenges and ultimately feel more satisfied with the results we achieve.
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00:00 Intro
00:40 Why we strive to be in full control
01:52 Fighting something that is unachievable
02:37 The consequences of clinging to control
03:41 How to let go of wanting to be in control
05:06 Conclusion
Ideally, we would like to have complete control over everything and for things to unfold exactly as we envision. However, this is rarely realistic, and we often face outcomes that are entirely different from what we hoped for. With more acceptance and focusing on aspects within our control, we can develop healthier coping strategies that support self-improvement and mental health. Detaching ourselves from dependency on uncontrollable factors makes it easier to navigate challenges and ultimately feel more satisfied with the results we achieve.
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X: https://x.com/tobiasphilipp_
TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@tobiasphilipp_
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@tobiasphilipp_
Rumble: https://rumble.com/c/c-6736385
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tobiasphilipp_
Website: https://tobiasphilipp.com
00:00 Intro
00:40 Why we strive to be in full control
01:52 Fighting something that is unachievable
02:37 The consequences of clinging to control
03:41 How to let go of wanting to be in control
05:06 Conclusion
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