Comments on: Nonresistance is the Secret to a Bold Life

By: Bobbi Emel

Bobbi Emel — Thu, 15 Mar 2012 17:00:16 +0000

Noel, thanks so much for the wonderful quote from Lao Tzu – it’s perfect!

Thanks also for your kind words.

By: Noel

Noel — Thu, 15 Mar 2012 02:04:31 +0000

“Life is a series of natural and spontaneous changes. Don’t resist them – that only creates sorrow. Let reality be reality. Let things flow naturally forward in whatever way they like.” Lao Tzu
Bobbi, thanks for sharing such an inspiring story. I saw Ruth’s and your courage and strength in facing life challenges by not resisting. It’s a great motivation for everyone!

By: Bobbi

Bobbi — Wed, 14 Mar 2012 20:30:08 +0000

Hi Nea,

So true! Thanks so much for your comment!

By: Nea | Self Improvement Saga

Nea | Self Improvement Saga — Wed, 14 Mar 2012 00:28:28 +0000

It is indeed empowering to stop resisting. I’ve found that when I just surrender, things work out in the best possible way; whereas when I resist what is, the heaviness gets heavier. Thanks for the reminder, Bobbi!

By: Bobbi Emel

Bobbi Emel — Mon, 12 Mar 2012 20:05:31 +0000

Thanks so much for your generosity, Lynn! I’ve responded to your email.

By: Bobbi Emel

Bobbi Emel — Mon, 12 Mar 2012 17:19:57 +0000

Thanks so much, Cathy. “Surrender” is a terrific word, too!

By: Bobbi Emel

Bobbi Emel — Mon, 12 Mar 2012 17:19:17 +0000

Hi Paige,

Thanks so much for your kind words! And you’re so right about “what you resist persists.” Even though I still have to constantly check myself for resistance, I feel so much freer having this practice in my toolbox of resiliency skills. It has helped me immensely and, as noted in the post, really set Ruth free, too.

By: Bobbi Emel

Bobbi Emel — Mon, 12 Mar 2012 17:16:29 +0000

Thanks so much for your kind words, Sandra!

By: Lynn Hess

Lynn Hess — Mon, 12 Mar 2012 14:37:24 +0000

I would be thrilled to pass on my copy to you, if you’d like it. It was a gift to me, and I’d love to pay it forward. I just sent you a message using the contact form on your website.

By: Cathy | Treatment Talk

Cathy | Treatment Talk — Sun, 11 Mar 2012 18:22:58 +0000

Hi Bobbi,

What a powerful lesson! I can feel it in my body when I’m fighting something or trying too hard. In my situation, talking about recovery, we often use the term surrender. Letting go helps all of us to find joy rather than fighting for control. Thanks for sharing your beautiful story.