Most of our stress comes from trying to fix things that are entirely out of our hands. We try to quiet the wind and calm the sea, and we exhaust ourselves in the process.
True resilience is the realization that the weather is indifferent to your plans. Instead of fighting the elements, focus on your “vessel”—your habits, your reactions, and your mindset. If the ship is sound, the storm is just background noise.
The Practice for Today: Identify one thing that is stressing you out right now. Ask yourself: “Can I control this, or am I trying to control the wind?” If it’s the wind, let it go.
“Do not hope for a light burden. Pray for strong shoulders.”
“You dont need to see the whole staircase. Just take the first step.”
“Discipline is the highest form of self-love.”
“The sun will rise again. The question is: will you be ready?”
“Privacy is power. What people don’t know, they can’t ruin.”
“You do not need to control the storm. You only need to control your ship.”