During the Enlightenment, Denis Diderot was a prominent French author and philosopher who made contributions to literature, philosophy, and art criticism. Instead of demanding control over everything around oneself, he thought it was important to change one's perspective.

Think of life as a huge garden with a wide variety of flowers that bloom at different times. Similar to these flowers, some parts of our lives might not be under our control; no matter how much we want to change or accelerate their growth, they develop at their own rate and in their own manner. According to Diderot, it is better to adjust to the circumstances rather than attempting to impose change when confronted with such uncontrollable factors.

Changing our internal perspective can sometimes have a greater impact on our lives than altering our external circumstances. Diderot would advise us to think about whether changing our perspective could produce better results than pressing harder for instant change, for instance, if we are frustrated by a project's slow progress or an unresponsive colleague.

We can better handle life's obstacles if we embrace adaptability and flexibility. This method helps people find contentment and serenity even in situations that don't change by promoting self-reflection and personal development.