Forgiveness

Forgiveness

Forgiveness is letting go of grudges and embittered feelings caused by being hurt, more so by a person you love. We have a tendency to hold onto anger, resentment and thoughts of revenge, it clouds our hearts with an emptiness, the spark of light that represents our true selves, our spirit within is dulled, a withering flame.

What is forgiveness – it is a conscious choice, a desire to let go our feelings of resentment, though the act of hurt itself may remain a lifetime, a pale memory of its former self, as through the act of forgiveness the icy grip is lessened, the spark of spirit glows ever so bright, the shadow within being cast asunder, a lightness of heart, a smile upon the face once more, a radiance within.

It is not an easy path to tread, yet by taking those first tender steps gladdens a weary heart, and allows for personal and spiritual growth to take place, for in choosing to forgive allows a greater understanding and empathy with the person who caused the hurt, we can see more clearly, for the spark of light we each carry seeks the light of others.