Gift of forgiveness

Gift of forgiveness

Forgiveness starts when you can let go of negative emotions tied to a memory or situation. Holding onto negative emotions like anger, hurt, loathing, and resentment is counterproductive. Holding onto negative emotions is like holding on to a lump of hot coal while waiting for the other person to start burning. Harboring such negative emotions will only hurt you in the end. You may never forget the experience that led you to feel betrayed, nor do you condone the other person's actions, but by striving to start letting go of negative emotions you can start healing today.