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respecting another’s right to choose in relationships
"Love does not claim possession, but gives freedom." – Rabindranath Tagore
Here’s a story that illustrates the importance of respecting others' freedom of choice in intimate relationships, even when it is painful:
Jacob had been dating Emily for two wonderful years. They had fallen deeply in love
labeling breeds suffering
“Don’t use the words happiness and unhappiness, because these words carry judgments. Simply watch without judging—just say, ‘This is mood A and this is mood B.’
The A mood has gone, now the B mood is here, and you are simply a watcher. Suddenly you will realize that
you must detach yourself from your desires
“The moment you relinquish your attachment to the result, combining one-pointed intention with detachment at the same time, you will have that which you desire.”
― Deepak Chopra, The Seven Spiritual Laws of Success
The Law of Detachment is rooted in the idea that attachment to specific outcomes can lead to