Donna QuesadaWhen you catch yourself slipping into a pool of negativity, notice how it derives from nothing other than resistance to the current situation.
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When you catch yourself slipping into a pool of negativity, notice how it derives from nothing other than resistance to the current situation. When you detect that you are resisting something in your life, or someone else is resisting you, realize that this is simply resistance. Accepting the situation at face value will allow for the best results possible.
Source: Buddha In The Classroom: Zen Wisdom To Inspire Teachers
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