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Yet, she also encourages us to \"take one step at a time,\" which suggests that we must still engage with the world actively, making decisions and navigating challenges despite the uncertainty of God's plan.\n\n**How to Use This**\n\nIn modern application, this mindset can be distilled into a strategy of \"incremental surrender.\" Rather than attempting to grasp the larger narrative or control the outcome, focus on each step in front of you. Break down complex goals or tasks into manageable parts and commit fully to each one, trusting that God's purpose will unfold organically through your actions. This approach allows for both trust in a higher power and agency within the world, fostering a sense of calm and productivity in the face of uncertainty.",{"id":31,"quote_text":32,"author_id":5,"source_id":19,"has_image":25,"author":33,"source":34,"quote_tag":35,"commentary":9},3471097,"Don’t wear yourself out trying to compete with others. 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