Accepting what happened is a major part of healing. Remaining in denial prolongs the struggle and the perception that we have of ourselves as victims. Assuming the role of victim prevents us from moving forward and receiving the help and blessings that are available.
Forgiveness plays a major role in acceptance. Assigning blame is not only futile it’s also self-defeating. While we’re holding others accountable for what happened we’re refusing to accept the situation for what it is (part of our life experience). No matter what occurred or how deep the injury, learning from the experience and moving forward with greater wisdom is a lesson that will benefit us in the future.
Staying locked in unforgiveness and refusing to learn assures us that we will repeat the same mistake.
What situation in your life did you find difficult to forgive? What helped you to forgive?
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