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Accept Quote by Alcoholics Anonymous

“And acceptance is the answer to all my problems today. When I am disturbed, it is because I find some person, place, thing, or situation "some fact of my life" unacceptable to me, and I can find no serenity until I accept that person, place, thing, or situation as being exactly the way it is…” quote by Alcoholics Anonymous
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““And acceptance is the answer to all my problems today. When I am disturbed, it is because I find some person, place, thing, or situation "some fact of my life" unacceptable to me, and I can find no serenity until I accept that person, place, thing, or situation as being exactly the way it is supposed to be at this moment.””

Alcoholics Anonymous

About This Quote

Source Literature: Big Book of Alcoholics Anonymous, 1939

Acceptance reduces suffering by recognizing reality and letting go of resistance.

In simple terms: Accept reality to find peace.

Key Takeaway

Practice acceptance daily.

Themes

self‑acceptance mindfulness resilience

Mood

calm reflective

Type

self‑help spiritual

When to use this quote

  • stressful moments
  • conflict
  • personal setbacks

Key Concepts

psychology spirituality

Questions to Reflect On

  • What can you accept right now?
  • How does resistance affect your peace?
A Different Perspective

Acceptance may ignore needed change.

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