When we combine acceptance with self-responsibility we can then see that whenever we are in a painful or disturbing situation we have two choices: We can work compassionately to bring something positive to the situation or leave. However, the key… — Lee L Jampolsky Copy Share Image
Resistance is a result of our mind being attached to having things a certain way rather than the way they actually are. It is a mental habit of the ego that we need to become aware of in order to… — Lee L Jampolsky Copy Share Image
For years I was so busy building walls I did not see I was imprisoning myself behind them, and did not recognize this pattern as being addiction. My addictive thinking and behavior became the bars of my cell. Denying feeling empty inside, I constantly looked for new things to acquire, people to be around, substances to take, and new goals… — Lee L Jampolsky Copy Share
Don't confuse acceptance with being a naïve or weak person. Acceptance does not mean condoning negative behavior, staying in a bad situation, or not… — Lee L Jampolsky Copy Share Image
Most of us, if we are truly honest with ourselves, have an ever-evolving and ever-growing list of what we think we must change in… — Lee L Jampolsky Copy Share Image
When the mind no longer sees itself as a body, forever in bondage to the body, the mind can be free and at peace… — Lee L Jampolsky Copy Share Image
The paradox of acceptance: When our mind becomes less attached and dependent on things being a certain way our happiness in life dramatically improves. — Lee L Jampolsky Copy Share Image
Becoming less focused on the past and future and not resisting the moment is how to overcome fear, physical pain, and all suffering. — Lee L Jampolsky Copy Share Image
How important is it really that you feel satisfied right now for 2 minutes, compared to getting yourself free from addiction forever? — Lee L Jampolsky Copy Share Image
Happiness is more about removing the blocks to Love and remembering who you are than changing your situation or another person. — Lee L Jampolsky Copy Share Image
The roots of addiction can be seen in our search for happiness in something outside of our self, be it drugs, relationships, material possessions. — Lee L Jampolsky Copy Share Image
What if happiness is in fact more about remembering who we are, rather than attempting to change anything or anyone at all? — Lee L Jampolsky Copy Share Image
No matter how sick your body is, extending Love will reduce your suffering and aid in healing. — Lee L Jampolsky Copy Share Image
