The ladiesofhive prompt for this week is a really interesting and thought-provoking one. The question asked was why we always have to forgive.
Personally, I think forgiveness is something that everyone has to practice. Choosing not to forgive is only burdening ourselves, carrying unnecessary weights when we can actually choose to let go and forgive. Forgiveness can be beneficial to moving on. It is not always necessary, especially when the person who harmed you shows no remorse or has repeatedly caused harm, it's in these situations that setting boundaries comes in.
And what about the boundaries when it comes to forgiving others? Forgiveness includes boundaries. If you're in a process of forgiving someone, consider whether boundaries really needs to be established. The decision to forgive is up to the person, based on the situation, and the circumstances.
Letting go of those mistakes lead to a sense of peace and freedom. It allows us to be able to move forward without feeling guilty. Everyone enjoys peace of mind, and I believe forgiveness has a lot of that to offer.
Holding onto a grudge does have some negative effects, like isolation, damaged relationship, negative worldview - in the case where you begin to see the world through a len of suspicion and no trust. Dwelling on past event prevent you from enjoying the current moment.
Personally I think, Forgiveness is not about forgetting what others did wrong to us. It's about being free from the anger and resentment felt towards that person.
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