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Acceptance Quote by Shamash Alidina

“In mindfulness, acceptance always comes first, change comes after.” quote by Shamash Alidina
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““In mindfulness, acceptance always comes first, change comes after.””

Shamash Alidina

About This Quote

Source Talk: Mindfulness Workshop, 2020

States that acceptance is the prerequisite for effective change in mindfulness practice.

In simple terms: Accept first, then change.

Key Takeaway

Embrace acceptance before seeking change.

Themes

mindfulness acceptance change

Mood

calm reflective

Type

educational philosophical

When to use this quote

  • stress reduction
  • habit formation
  • emotional regulation

Key Concepts

psychology self‑improvement cognitive flexibility

Questions to Reflect On

  • What are you resisting?
  • How does acceptance feel?
A Different Perspective

Change without acceptance can be superficial.

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