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3643: 3 Tips for How to “Let Go” of the Little Things by Ellen Burgan of If It Brings You Joy on Reducing Stress


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Episode 3643:

Ellen Burgan offers a powerful reminder to stop sweating the small stuff and reclaim your peace of mind by shifting perspective. By learning to let go of irritations and focusing on what truly matters, you'll create space for more joy and less stress in everyday life.

Read along with the original article(s) here: https://ifitbringsyoujoy.com/let-go-of-the-little-things/

Quotes to ponder:

"Choose to make peace of mind a top priority, even above being right."

"Letting go of the little things is a gift to yourself."

"It’s your choice to hold on to anger or frustration, or to let it go."

Episode references:

The Work by Byron Katie: https://thework.com

Letting Go: The Pathway of Surrender: https://www.amazon.com/Letting-Go-Pathway-David-Hawkins/dp/1401945015

Don't Sweat the Small Stuff: https://www.amazon.com/Dont-Sweat-Small-Stuff-Irritating/dp/0786881852

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