Forgiveness is always a tough subject. How do we have forgiveness, when the hurt is so deep?

I have to ask, how do you have the energy to hold onto the negativity that goes along with the burden, the holding onto that hurt?

Forgiveness allows a lifting of weight, a lifting of the burden that goes along with holding onto a resentment, a misunderstanding, a purposeful jab or a unintentional disrespect. Hold onto takes so much energy and attention away from other things in our lives. The ability the release that hold, opens up possibility and opportunities for you.

Forgiveness is an internal process, its for YOU! The other person may or may not even realize how deep your hurt is or that they actually did anything to be hurtful. It’s not necessary to share the forgiveness with another, it’s more important you believe in in your core.

Watch the video and complete the exercise.

Pull out your journal and write about:

• What is one forgiveness you made toward yourself?
• One forgiveness to someone in your family?
• One forgiveness to a stranger?

Remember, these are statements for yourself… not needing to be said to the person.  The power is in your release of a hold that a hurt has on you…