Forgive

We have all been hurt by someone in our life, that is simply how it is. Often times that hurt is partly because we had expectations about a certain event or person, maybe things did not play themselves out according to our view, maybe someone was genuinely malicious and out to hurt others. Regardless of the circumstances, forgiveness and understanding are the keys to being released from the pain. Forgiveness can indeed be difficult. Yet in the long run, it is far easier to forgive than to live with resentment or continuing retribution. Through forgiveness, we can move away from the pains of the past. With forgiveness, we can achieve real freedom. There are always opportunities to benefit from the value of forgiveness. We can forgive ourself, we can forgive others, and we can forgive even when we don't know exactly who to forgive. Because forgiveness is not about who is to blame or who is at fault. Forgiveness is mostly about letting go, completely and permanently, within ourself. Forgiveness is recognizing the reality that what has happened has happened, and that there's no point in allowing it to dominate your life. Forgiveness refreshingly clears the slate and enables us to move positively forward. Carrying around a load of resentment can be an enormous and unnecessary burden. Forgive early and often, and we'll considerably lighten our loads. Have a quite day and carry this thought - To forgive is to set a prisoner free and discover that the prisoner was you. Peace and Love, Jim