Peace Quote by Newberry, Tommy
““Some things are within our control, and some things are not. It is only after you have faced up to this fundamental rule and learned to distinguish between what you can and can’t control that inner tranquility and outer effectiveness become possible.””
About This Quote
Source Book: “The Power of Choice” (2015)
Distinguishing controllable from uncontrollable events yields inner peace and effectiveness.
In simple terms: Know what you can control.
Focus on controllables for tranquility.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- stress management
- goal setting
- leadership
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- What can you control now?
- How do you accept the rest?
Not all situations are clear‑cut.