![]() While it’s true that, sometimes, certain goals and projects no longer fit in our lives and it can be a wise decision to release them that’s not so much “giving up” as it is “letting go.” Giving up can manifest in various forms, such as prematurely abandoning goals, ambitions or relationships. Unlike surrender, giving up comes from a sense of fruitlessness, helplessness or exhaustion in the face of adversity. In Dante’s “Inferno,” Dante passes through the gate of hell, which bears an inscription ending with a phrase frequently translated as “Abandon all hope, ye who enter here.” That is “giving up”: ending hope or ceasing to make an effort to overcome a challenge. As I stated, surrendering can be courageous, requiring us to confront our fears and insecurities, to ultimately pave the way for personal growth and transformation. Rather, surrendering allows us to be flexible, adaptive and open-minded, giving us the ability to explore new possibilities and grow beyond who we thought we were.Įmotionally, surrender can bring a sense of relief and freedom, removing us from the weight of constant struggle and providing a space for healing and self-reflection. Some mistakenly believe that surrendering means abandoning our goals or dreams. Surrendering is not weakness or defeat instead, I’d go so far as to say it represents courage, wisdom and maturity, forcing us to confront our ego, step back from what we really want and embrace the reality of what actually is. Surrendering means acknowledging that the situation is beyond your control to do anything about it. So let’s start with “surrender,” the act of acceptance and letting go. That, however, is - quite literally - “giving up.” Too many old Westerns have caused many to equate “surrender” with throwing down your guns, walking out with your hands up, and laying prostrate on the ground. I developed a three-step process when I’m in a situation I don’t like:ģ) If not, how do I surrender to it and accept it? Although these might appear to be the same, there are significant differences in their meanings and what each implies in how we handle our lives. One cannot go through life without facing challenges that test our strength, determination, and perseverance, leaving us with two seemingly similar alternatives: surrendering (acceptance) or giving up. ![]() That’s a long preamble to what precipitated this column. He was surprised by the use of the word, “surrender.” I think he mistook it for giving up. I’m trying to surrender to it and let it be.” I don’t like it but I’m close to accepting it for what it is. ![]() Yick.Ī friend asked me how I was doing with it and I replied, “Pretty well, all things considered. ![]() The ability to process grief and loss becomes more and more important as we age. It’s not “big picture” grief about the loss of a family member or friend, more about relationship changes and realizing that certain chapters of my life are over. ![]() To all who are ill and who have lost loved ones.Currently, I’m processing some grief. You are invited.Ī special prayer list goes to the following people Bo Smith, Hilda Brumfield, Betty Dyson, Serenity Village, Sheila Burris, and mother Rena Robinson. Speakers are going to be Evangelist Palmist Marie Jacons. Proclamation Safari Park! All ages are welcomed, we hope to see everyone there! On Jat the living center in Franklinton, La there is going to be a family/friends day. Repeat! Sweet Rest Missionary Baptist Church will have VBS on July 24th through July 26th at 6:00 through 8:00 pm. We invite everyone to come and share with us those members and those that need updated membership. The speaker will be pastor Johnny Causey of New Jerusalem M. from Greater Hayes Creek Missionary Baptist Church will be having their church anniversary at 11 am on Sunday August 6, 2023. We thank God for each day we live and breathe. I am just trying to adjust to this different kind of heat this summer. ![]()
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