Forgive Yourself And Live Better
Have you ever noticed how you can hold on to past mistakes long after they occurred? Some of us hold on to things for years!
Forgiveness is a process. It does not happen over night and the process will be different for everyone. But no matter how long it takes, there's hope!
The best thing you can do for yourself in order to forgive is start replacing the negative behavior and thoughts with more appropriate ones that are congruous with your morals and values.
Move toward self-love. The next step in building self-esteem is moving toward loving yourself. Think kind thoughts toward yourself and show yourself some compassion. If we can learn to think of ourselves as our best friend, to speak to ourselves with love and kindness, and put ourselves as a priority, it reaffirms that we believe we are worth it.
You are more than your past mistakes, and I promise you, you are so worth it!!
Patrick
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Good advice, Patrick! We're not defined by our experiences. Rather, we define them; we say what they mean. "Mistakes" are learning experiences, without which we couldn't be where we are. Be grateful for them, love yourself more, and keep on keepin' on.
Forgiveness is for the forgiver. Forgiving others their transgressions doesn't affect them directly but it sets ourselves emotionally and mentally free, and that's crucial to personal advancement. Holding on to past wrongs, real or imagined, only holds us back. Just let go.
Be who you are. Believe in your dream. Act on it. Rock your style!
Thank you so much for your great comment..I agree with all you said. Your comment is so valuable for me.. Thanks !
Pat
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So true, many thanks, Sue :)
You welcome Sue.
Thanks !