Whom are you still holding a grudge against, or feeling hurt or resentment towards?
It took me years to let go of the grudge I was holding against people I believed had wronged me.
But to be angry or hurt is simply to punish yourself for something that someone else did.
Think of the wasted energy that you’ve been putting for days, weeks, or even years towards a friend, a colleague, a boss, or maybe your parents, siblings, Ex, spouse, or children.
Holding onto a grudge keeps you in a victimized mode, feeling that something has happened to you while you were left helpless.
Forgiving is taking ownership of the way you lead your life; it’s a conscious decision you choose to gift yourself.
Forgiveness is really a gift that you give to yourself.
July 7, is Global Forgiveness Day.A day dedicated to embracing the transformative power of forgiveness worldwide.
Today is an opportunity for healing wounds, letting go of grudges, and fostering compassion.
In a world where conflicts, misunderstandings, and hurtful actions persist, forgiveness becomes an essential tool for building bridges and fostering harmony. It is not about condoning or forgetting the wrongs committed, but rather about finding the strength within ourselves to release the burdens of anger and resentment.
It’s good for your body, mind, and soul.
On the physical level, once you forgive –
- your blood pressure may go down
- you will experience less anxiety, signs of depression and less stress
- your immune system will become stronger
- You can improve your heart health
On the emotional level -
- You will improve your self-esteem, feeling that you control your emotions instead of being controlled by them
- You will improve your relationships either by letting go of the old ones and moving on, or by coming clean to an existing relationship
On the Mental level
- You will have more mental capacity to focus on the things that are important to you and will be able to achieve your goals with more ease
It's time to put the past in the past and forgive those who have wronged you - even yourself if you need to.
Forgiveness is not only a personal journey. It is also a collective one.
By forgiving and seeking forgiveness, we contribute to the creation of a more compassionate and understanding world.
It is a powerful act that can break the cycles of hatred and revenge, and pave the way for reconciliation, understanding, and growth.
Are you ready to let go?
With Much Love & Gratitude
Michelle Guelfand, MBA
NLP Trainer & Master Practitioner
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