Making amends is up to the people who have offended me. However, when they do apologize, I accept their apologies because letting go of hurt feelings brings me peace. It takes maturity and love to apologize for hurting someone else. I lift my hat off to anyone who does this without feeling slighted. Being able to say, “Sorry,” means that consideration is given to how an … [Read more...] about I Accept Apologies Sincerely
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Reflect: Forgiveness is Liberating
Forgiveness is liberating. I pardon myself and others for past disappointments. Forgiveness sets me free. I deepen my compassion. I put myself in the shoes of the person who wronged me. I try to look at events from their perspective. I remember the occasions when I have needed to be pardoned. It is easier to forgive when I search for common ground and … [Read more...] about Reflect: Forgiveness is Liberating
Affirmation – I avoid making a big deal of petty matters
Each day is filled with experiences that both enlighten and challenge me. I make little room for issues that barely add value to my life. When petty matters arise, I am the first to turn away from them. I know that the time it takes to deal with small issues is better spent making positive changes in the world. I believe that my skill sets allow me to tackle bigger … [Read more...] about Affirmation – I avoid making a big deal of petty matters
Affirmation – Let Bygones Be Bygones
I let bygones be bygones. I believe the past should stay in the past. I look upon every event, whether positive or negative, as experiences to learn from. It is important that I move on and concentrate on things in the here and now or plans for what is to come. I seldom spend time reliving the emotions of a moment in the past, especially if the outcome is unfavorable. I … [Read more...] about Affirmation – Let Bygones Be Bygones
Affirmation to Forgive Quickly
I forgive quickly. When someone hurts me, I choose to forgive him or her as a way to free myself from a grudge. Forgiveness allows me to turn the page and end a chapter of bitterness. As I let go of past hurts, I feel the chains begin to fall and I become a liberated individual at peace with myself. The sooner I make the decision to forgive, the less time I will have … [Read more...] about Affirmation to Forgive Quickly