Dallas Bragg argues that nature, ancestors, prayer, and your future self are real sources of strength you can access. He suggests walking in nature, praying, and visualization as ways to tap into them, but says they guide rather than replace your own choices.
There are powers greater than our individual selves. This is undeniable. Also my opinion. You might draw strength from nature's cycles, from ancestors who walked difficult paths before you, guidance from your highest self, that version of you that already exists in the future that's calling you forward. These forces are real and they matter. You can borrow power from these resources. You can seek their guidance. A prayer can center you. A walk in nature can restore you. Imagining your future self can give you courage. These powers exist as a repository of wisdom and strength available for you. It's available for you to access whenever you want. But here's the critical distinction. They are supplementing your journey. They don't control it. They don't make your decisions. They don't get credit for your choices because you are the ultimate higher power.
