Forgiveness is a very rare trait in people today.
Many people can say they forgive someone, but most of the time they still hold on to that hurt or anger.
I learned long ago that it's pointless to hold onto feelings like that (though learning and doing are sometimes very different things for me).
I have experienced truly forgiving someone, and I have experienced the inability to for fear of a repeat.
For the most part I strive to forgive those around me. Holding grudges is a deadly poison in our lives, and only holds you back.
That being said, I am currently working on trying to forgive the one person I haven't been able to for quite a while. It takes a certain kind of strength and bravery to open yourself up to being hurt. But all it takes is fear to keep you from doing what you want to (and need to) do.
Song of the day:
Forgiveness by Matthew West
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