The concept of surrender runs contrary to the Western mind. We have been taught to aggressively go after what we want, to make things happen. But surrender asks us to allow events to unfold at their own pace, to get out of our own way and to let go of our desire for control. Surrender is an act of trust in the universe, an acknowledgement that there are forces beyond our will at work. Many people ask for happiness on condition. Happiness can only be felt if you don’t set any condition.
Arthur Rubinstein
Emerging From The Dark Night 