Some thing that I know I've had a hard time with in the past is letting go of things. I learned recently while in my Women's Faith Focus group about my spiritual gifts and that part of my 'gift' is that I have a hard time letting go of things that hurt me since I take them to heart. It's something that I need to grow in, and this email I got today from SparkPeople.com helps to remind me of that.
The positive cycle of forgiveness
OK, be honest. Do you hold grudges? Do you allow old drama to
determine your behavior? Is there someone you just can't seem to
forgive? Grudges and a non-forgiving attitude do nothing but harm both
parties. You might feel like you're "winning" by not letting someone off
the hook, but you're only increasing your own worry and stress.
Bitterness can lead to hate, which can sour a life. Today, write a
letter explaining your point of view to the person you feel resentful
towards. Clear the air; forgiving him. Even if you don't send it, it is
an excellent way to relieve tension. Forgiving someone does not absolve
them of the wrong that you experienced. It can simply free you to live a
life that isn't anchored to the hurt and resentment of past events.
Without forgiveness life is governed by...an endless cycle of resentment and retaliation.
- Roberto Assagioli
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