We All Struggle with Inner Conflict

Every single one of us—without exception—wrestles with an inner conflict. Inside our minds, a constant tug-of-war unfolds. In some ways, it resembles the experience of schizophrenia: the difference is that a schizophrenic may speak their thoughts aloud, while most of us keep the battle silent, confined to the privacy of our own heads.

Yet this hidden struggle is draining. It consumes vast amounts of our daily energy, leaving us tired and restless. So, the question naturally arises: how can we quiet this exhausting battle that never seems to stop inside our mind?

Resistance is the Beginning of Suffering

Suffering doesn’t begin with circumstances themselves—it begins with our resistance to them. When we oppose what is, pain is born. If you take a moment to listen to your thoughts, you’ll notice how deeply they are soaked in resistance. The greater the resistance, the deeper the suffering.

Here are just a few thoughts that recently passed through my own mind:

Why must my neighbor mow the lawn on a Sunday, making so much noise, just as I want silence to write this blog? Why do I always need to remind my husband about vitamins, adding another responsibility to my already heavy load? Why do my mother’s words from two days ago still sting? How could she say that?

And these are only from a few minutes of observation. Some conflicts have been carried within us for years, even decades. It is not rare for people in their 80s or 90s to confess that they are still tormented by the memory of parents who never loved them. As you can see, these battles can last a lifetime.

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Acceptance: The Key to Inner Peace

Acceptance is the hidden key that unlocks this torment. When I say to myself: “Yes, my neighbor is mowing the lawn on Sunday, and that’s fine…” the irritation begins to dissolve, and soon I am fully immersed in writing again. “Yes, my husband forgot his vitamins, but it’s his body and his choice—he’ll take them later.” “Yes, my mother’s words hurt me, but I accept the pain and allow it to be. This is an invitation to look deeper, to see what truly aches inside me. Perhaps a wound I’ve carried for years is finally asking to be healed.”

Can you feel how such an approach brings calm into life? Instead of reacting like a warrior leaping into battle, I allow the moment simply to exist. And in that allowing, peace arises.

Acceptance does not mean approval, nor does it mean surrendering your values. It means dropping the inner war before taking action. Without that initial conflict, we act from clarity rather than ego.

Think of the tragedy in Ukraine. To accept the moment does not mean to agree with war—it means to see reality as it is, without letting aggression or despair ignite another war within your own mind. War cannot be ended with more war, just as darkness cannot be driven away by more darkness. Only light has that power.

When you tell yourself, “This should not be happening,” you create conflict. Acceptance, on the other hand, removes the heavy burden of resistance, leaving you with only the raw emotion to feel or the fact to address. From this deep inner stillness, you can choose wisely: perhaps by sending thoughts of compassion, offering financial support, or simply holding Ukraine in your prayers.

Acceptance is Not Resignation

Even in moments of illness, divorce, or the approach of death—whether our own or that of a loved one—acceptance creates space for calm presence. From that space, wiser and more compassionate responses arise.

This does not mean resignation. Acceptance is not: “I am sick, so I’ll do nothing for my health,” or “My wife left me, so I’ll drown myself in alcohol.” No. Acceptance means that whatever decision you make—whether to change, to leave, or to stay—it won’t come from the ego’s hunger for battle. It will come from peace.

Just last week, I was struck by severe stomach pain caused by fear of a difficult situation. At first, I fought against it, desperately wishing it would go away. The more I resisted, the stronger it became, twisting inside me like a knot.

Then, a thought arose: “What if I accepted this pain?” It was only energy moving through me. I didn’t need to fear it. I stopped resisting, allowed the pain to exist fully—and within seconds, it vanished completely. I was stunned. Something so sharp and unbearable disappeared the moment I stopped fighting it.

It reminded me of the image of running from a tiger. As long as we flee in panic, the terror grows. But when we stop, turn around, and face the tiger—accept its presence—it loses interest and eventually walks away.

When Spirits Are Involved

Sometimes, our clients struggle not only with inner conflict but with spirits themselves. They may feel possessed or tormented by entities beyond the physical realm. We remind them that fighting spirits only feeds their power. Fighting the fact of possession only strengthens the bond.

Acceptance here, too, is the way forward. By acknowledging the presence of spirits without fear or self-pity, one can move toward freedom. Compassion—not pity—becomes the bridge that weakens their grip, allowing release to happen much faster.

So, whatever the present moment offers you—accept it. Work with it, not against it. Each time you practice this, you loosen your identification with thoughts and emotions. You begin to see them for what they are: passing clouds in the vast sky of consciousness.

This is the path to spiritual mastery. From my heart, I wish you the courage to walk it.

About the Author:

Marianna oversees the daily operations of The Dr. Wanda Pratnicka Center, skillfully advising staff members on guiding clients through the spirit removal process. Her efforts extend beyond management; she is dedicated to raising awareness about the phenomenon of spirit possession, utilizing various platforms including events, books, and digital media. In her leisure time, Marianna delights in gardening, immerses herself in reading, and explores new natural wonders.

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