Importance Of Forgiveness

Importance Of Forgiveness In order to forgive, we need to stop identifying ourselves with the suffering that was caused to us. When someone has hurt us, consciously or unconsciously, one of the most difficult things we have to face in resolving the situation is the act of forgiveness. Sometimes it feels like it's easier not to forgive and that the answer is to simply cut the person in question out of our lives. In some cases, ending the relationship may be the right thing to do, but even in that case, we will only be free if we have truly forgiven. If we harbor bitterness in our hearts against anyone, we only hurt ourselves because we are the ones harboring the bitterness. Choosing to forgive is choosing to alleviate ourselves of that burden, choosing to be free of the past, and choosing not to perceive ourselves as victims. One of the reasons that forgiveness can be so challenging is that we feel we are condoning the actions of the person who caused our suffering, but this is a misunderstanding of what is required. In order to forgive, we simply need to get to a place where we are ready to stop identifying ourselves with the suffering that was caused us. Forgiveness is something we do for ourselves, and our forgiveness of others is an extension of our readiness to let go of our own pain. Getting to this point begins with fully accepting what has happened. Through this acceptance, we allow ourselves to feel and process our emotions. It can be helpful to articulate our feelings in writing over a period of days or even weeks. As we allow ourselves to say what we need to say and ask for what we need to heal, we will find that this changes each day. It may be confusing, but it is a sign of progress. At times we may feel as if we are slogging uphill through dense mud and thick trees, getting nowhere. If we keep going, however, we will reach a summit and see clearly that we are finally free of the past. From here, we recognize that suffering comes from suffering, and compassion for those who have hurt us naturally arises, enhancing our new perspective. [PRINT]( [SAVE]( [DISCUSS]( --------------------------------------------------------------- DailyOM Course Spotlight [Live A Sweet Life Without Sugar]( by Jacqui Justice Whether you are looking to cut back on sugar or simply want to redefine your relationship with it, doing so is way more simple than you think. This is not about depriving yourself of the foods you love. In this 10-Day course, you'll increase your awareness of the sugar in your diet and food supply and learn how to make healthier choices that are just as satisfying and delicious. These lessons will help you eat in a way that balances your blood sugar, eliminates cravings, and gives you natural energy so that you are able to say no to refined sugar. Let's get you started on your sugar-free, highly rewarding journey to the sweet life today. [Learn More]( --------------------------------------------------------------- Top 10 DailyOM Courses 1. [The 2 Week Fascia Miracle]( 2. [A Year of Writing to Uncover the Authentic Self]( 3. [Live A Sweet Life Without Sugar]( 4. [No Sit-Up Abs Workout]( 5. [Unhinge Your Hips and Hamstrings]( 6. [Meditative Painting to Heal Your Life]( 7. [Speak with Purpose, Not Impulse]( 8. [Shedding Your Menopausal Middle in 10 Days]( 9. [A Year of Rumi]( 10. [A Year to Clear What is Holding You Back!]( New Courses • [How To Parent Like A Buddhist]( • [Preventing Procrastination]( • [Receive the Comfort of Sacred Light]( • [How to Find Peace Regardless of Your Circumstance]( > [More Courses]( --------------------------------------------------------------- [Home]( | [Inspiration]( | [Courses]( | [Horoscopes]( | [Gift Shop]() [Email Settings]( | [Unsubscribe]( | [Privacy Policy]( | [Help/FAQ]( © 2019 DailyOM - All Rights Reserved No portion of this site can be reprinted without express permission. Subscribed as {NAME}[at]gmail.com (1276706) [1]