Love is Forgiving
Love is an act of endless forgiveness, a tender look which becomes a habit. ~Peter Ustinov [Source]
Forgiveness is something that is often difficult but it reduces the poison in you. It is a gift to yourself and not something you do for someone. Ask yourself, “Am I wasting my energy on this by continuing to be angry?” If the answer is “No” then you have forgiven.
You always have choices. By not forgiving, there will be consequences. Holding on to resentment, anger and a sense of betrayal make your life miserable. This lets the betrayer claim another unforgiving victim. Forgiving is for yourself. Not others.
There are steps and ways to start forgiving. Often, forgive and forget comes hand in hand, however, it depends on the situation and the difference between forgive and forget. Relationships will have ups and downs. It doesn’t survive on love alone. It takes 2 hands to clap and forgiveness is a step towards building a better relationship for oneself too.
Sources: Celebrate Love, eHow]
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