Why It Is Important To Practice Acceptance and Non-Judgment For A Peaceful Life
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October 26, 2024
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When we accept what is we are able to let go of things that may not go our way in life. First, we must accept ourselves exactly as we are. That doesn’t mean we cannot strive for improvement, but self-acceptance is essential for our confidence and authenticity.
Non-judgment allows others to be who they are as well. In many ways the two values are intricately connected. It goes back to the old saying, “Don’t judge a book by it’s cover.” We cannot judge people based on how they dress or if they are not smiling. We have no idea what is going on in their life. Non-jugment is a form of compassion, understanding, and kindness.
The Takeaways In This Issue:
Why do these two moral values promote healthy relationships
Simply do no harm, taking an oath not to harm others
Lessons in acceptance for the next generation and teaching acceptance in everyday living
A Nursing Oath To Do No Harm To Others
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Simply do no harm
It can be easy to judge other people. A simple observation can not tell the whole story of how an individual acts, dresses, or behaves a certain way. When I became a nurse 30 years ago in Hungary, I took an oath not to harm others and not to do anything that a reasonable person would not do. I have seen and heard many stories that were about unbelievable sadness, sorrow, and tragedy. Stories that we can not see unless we open our hearts, have patience and listen and accept others just the way they are. I learned not to judge anyone for anything because most people endured unimaginable circumstances in their lives. Simply, just be there and do my best to ease their way and help the suffering or discomfort they might have. It does not take a lot to be kind.
Create Healthy Relationships With Two Important Moral Values
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Why these two moral values promote healthy relationships
Acceptance and non-judgment are two moral values that create healthy relationships. Feeling fully accepted by our partner strengthens the bond and allows a more relaxed and peaceful feeling in the home. Acceptance is about sharing your unique traits and having your partner love them, flaws and all.
Non-judgment allows for open conversation and the ability to be ourselves without fear of rejection. Criticism and nagging are forms of passive-aggressive judgment that lead to resentment and can cause one or both partners to put up emotional walls.
Practicing these two moral values in a relationship allows you to cope with the chaos of life far better than we would fare alone.
The Benefits of These Two Moral Values:
Promotes respect
Increases empathy
Foster’s patience and understanding
Final Thoughts
When we fully accept our partner and let go of all judgment, the relationship can thrive because we feel supported and heard. Couples can get through difficult times together with this bond. It creates safety and security. Being accepting and non-judgemental with our partner allows their self-esteem to soar. It simply feels comforting.
The Ripple Effect of Acceptance
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Learn about how embracing differences can transform your family
Teaching kids to accept others without judgment is very important for a peaceful life. This resonates a lot with me because of my own childhood experiences.
Growing up, the adults around me were constantly comparing everyone. It was a tiring and never-ending game of "Who's better?" and “What about the others?”. That left me with some emotional baggage I'm still dealing with. So when I became a mom, I decided that I would break this cycle and not do this to my kids.
In our house, our three kids have all different personalities and quirks. I've learned and did my best to embrace their differences. Also, they see and copy my behavior. When they notice me accepting their differences, they start doing it too, which means they handle conflicts better. Win-win!
We try to encourage our kids to share their thoughts and questions. I want my kids to know it's okay if someone does things differently. We do our thing, they do theirs, and it's ok. I try not to say the judgmental stuff I heard growing up. It's not always easy, but I'm working on it. The important step in our parenting strategy is to have open communication in our family.
Kids should see us being more accepting of others in everyday life. For example, I try to do this with neighbors or family members. And we all know how easy it is to judge family! I want my kids to see that being open-minded and kind is the way to go.
Teaching acceptance is part of my own healing journey. I'm learning to accept myself and to catch myself when I start to judge others. I try and often manage to pause before falling into old habits.
My dream is for my kids to grow up without this burden of constant comparison. I want them to build real friendships, embrace diversity, and handle life's challenges gracefully, with patience and self-love.
All in all, I practice acceptance to also heal my own wounds while giving my kids tools for a fulfilling life. It's not always easy, but it's so worth it!
Do you also practice acceptance? Does it come easy to you to judge or to not judge others? Thanks for reading. I look forward to starting a discussion on this topic.
Affirmation: I accept myself, others, and circumstances as they are
Quote: “The secret to happiness is letting every situation be what it is, instead of what you think it should be.”
Gabriella:
Libby: “Remove expectations and find happiness”
Gabby: “Let our kids see us embracing differences and practicing self-love.”
Thank you for reading,
, Founder
Next week:
Libby will be taking the helm and writing the monthly Newsletter. I’ve heard just a bit and it promises to be worth your time. DR
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Amen, do no harm!!!!
In many cases when we are judgmental, it is because we are insecure about ourselves.