We’ve heard people explain their process of forgiveness. Some get angry at first. Some isolate. Some have tension in the body. Some feel uncomfortable and unsettled. Others cry. They sit quietly for awhile. They want revenge. They take days to ponder it. They know that wouldn’t solve the problem. So they work on letting it go. They talk it out with friends. They yell, scream, and curse. They mentally, emotionally, and maybe even physically let it out. They feel a weight lifted. They feel free.
Getting to the moment when you decide to forgive is not always easy. Sometimes it’s never easy. However, once you decide to go all in and forgive, you have to become passionate about it. You don’t have to fall in love with the process, however you do have to be committed to enjoy the results.
You have to make up in your mind that forgiveness is worth it. It’s worth your long-term peace, health, and state of mind. You may think the other person doesn’t deserve it, but you deserve it. You deserve to let go of the weight.
The same way we find passion in any life task we have to find passion for forgiveness. Because ultimately it’s what’s best for us.
Steps that you can take towards forgiveness:
1. Admit that you’re hurt.
2. Evaluate how the hurt makes you feel.
3. Ask yourself, “Am I ready to forgive?”
4. Determine what forgiveness would do for you.
5. Have a conversation with the person that offended you.
6. Than work the process of forgiveness.
We are passionate about many things in life. When the time is right. When you are ready. When you can be honest. Be passionate about forgiveness.
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Anabel Briceño
Brand Advisor and Copywriter for M.O.T.M.V.
