I practice daily self-forgiveness.
Each day, I remember to forgive myself. I am only human, and therefore I sometimes make decisions that I might not choose again, if the situation arose a second time. This is a natural part of life. Therefore, I practice daily self-forgiveness.
If I ever find anger in my heart, I first ask myself why I am upset. Do I feel any frustration over something I did or said? What was my part in the situation? After determining my role in events, I acknowledge my feelings and make amends whenever necessary. Then, I move quickly on to forgiving myself.
I know that learning how to make good choices is part of becoming the best person I can be. If I deny any negative emotions, I likewise deny the teachings that come with those feelings. But if I embrace them and learn from them, then I have chosen to grow from my challenges and become a better human being.
In order to be fully comfortable facing up to my emotions, I know that I must be gentle with myself about them, and also take whatever actions are needed. If I forgive myself readily, I can feel safe looking at any feelings of anger or frustration I may have. Therefore, I make sure to let bygones be bygones, especially with myself.
Today, I practice self-forgiveness. I feel confident that with each new situation, I make better and better choices. I rest assured that regardless of the decisions I make now, I can always forgive myself if needed. Knowing this brings me great peace and serenity.
Self-Reflection Questions
1. Do I forgive myself easily? Do I forgive others more easily than I forgive myself?
2. How can I show myself love and compassion today?
3. Are there specific situations where I could use some self-forgiveness today?
External Self-Forgiveness Resources
2011: WHERE do I START with Self Forgiveness?
Where do I start with Self-Forgiveness? Assistance and Support for those facing this question in relation to walking Self-Forgiveness — discussing the actual point that self is accepting and allowing within self to hinder one’s ability to take the s…
2011: Self-Forgiveness Support: Energy
Practical Self-Forgiveness Session with Lilly and Lindsay in relation to energy and how to support self to no longer be ‘taken for a ride’ by allowing self to participate in energetic reactions. The daily self Task to place yourself in writing in a s…
In My Humble Opinion: Self Forgiveness
And occasionally it's a middle aged woman trapped in the closet with a dead baby in one hand and rosary beads in the other. Decades later she is still mourning, and begging for self forgiveness. Posted by Jordan Grumet at …
SELF–FORGIVENESS | Aligning With Truth
The thought for today is SELF–FORGIVENESS. When I judge myself, I tend to believe that who I am is what I have done or not done, what I have or do not have. I know that who I am is greater than all these things. I am greater …
Self-Condemnation and Self–Forgiveness – Everett Worthington
Dr. Everett Worthington, Professor and Chair of the Department of Psychology, Virginia Commonwealth University, Richmond, VA, presents six-steps to self–forgiveness.
Beginning With Self–Forgiveness | Care2 Healthy Living
It is a gift to arrive in this field where your shortcomings and mistakes are part of a huge space that can transform them into steps on a path of growth.