Forgiviness (Crystal Alchemy) (Patreon)

Forgiveness is a complex and deeply personal process that varies widely in its meaning and impact from one person to another. At its core, forgiveness involves your deliberate choice to release feelings of resentment and anger towards someone who has caused harm or offense. This choice isn't about condoning or excusing the wrongdoing, nor does it obligate you to reconcile with the offender. Instead, it's about liberating yourself from the lingering hold of these negative emotions.

The act that caused the hurt or offense may never be entirely forgotten and might remain a part of your life story. However, your journey of forgiveness can significantly reduce the emotional power that this act holds over you. It's a process that can diminish the influence of the offender on your emotional state and well-being. In some cases, this journey may even open pathways to unexpected feelings of understanding, empathy, and compassion towards the offender, although this is not a necessary outcome of forgiveness.

Importantly, forgiveness is more about you, the person who has been harmed, than the one who caused the harm. It's a gift you give to yourself - a way of refusing to let past hurts dictate your current emotional state and future. By choosing to forgive, you can attain a form of inner peace that allows you to move forward more freely in life. This peace is not about erasing the past but rather about changing your relationship with the past.

Forgiveness can be a powerful tool in your emotional arsenal, facilitating a focus on personal growth and forward movement in life. It can be a significant step in healing and personal development, allowing you to reclaim your power, focus on your own needs, and engage more fully with life. It’s an act of strength and self-compassion that can lead to a deeper understanding of yourself and others, contributing to overall emotional and mental health.

It's a good idea to use it while you think about the experiences and people your forgiveness can be applied.