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A Lesson on Forgiveness
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Not being able to trust may mean losing connectedness with people and isolating yourself. MayoClinic.com researchers found that letting go of resentment makes for a healthier person who is less susceptible to depression, anxiety, substance abuse and high blood pressure. So forgiveness is good for your physical health as well. How do you go about it? Committing to forgive simply means you plan to change your feelings about the situation. Start by focusing on the effects not forgiving have had on you – has it held you back in other relationships? Is there anything to gain from holding a grudge? (Answer: No.) Consider the value of forgiveness and move away from your role as a victim. Being the person to forgive allows you to control the situation and gain power over it.
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