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What does it mean?
Accepting divine will brings peace and contentment.
In plain terms
Be okay with whatever God wants.
What can you take from it?
Acceptance of fate leads to inner peace.

Where it applies

  • personal loss
  • suffering
  • spiritual crisis

Putting it to work

  • accept circumstances
  • find calm
  • trust higher plan

Questions to consider

  • When is acceptance wise?
  • Does resignation hinder progress?

Another view

Resignation can sometimes prevent fighting for necessary change.

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