Forgiveness

Nine Reasons to Forgive

1. It's good for your health
2. It increases your longevity
3. It increases your awareness and intuition
4. It eases the frown lines between your eyes and costs less than Botox
5. It improves your energy and attracts people to you
6. It lifts your heart and creates positive vibes around you
7. It makes life easier for you and everyone around you
8. It increases your ability to be present, which translates into business dollars in the long run
9. It sharpens your creativity

Twelve Simple Steps to Forgiveness

1. Don't take anything personally
2. Don't attack yourself for mistakes
3. Claim the gifts hidden in perceived injuries
4. Take responsibility for the part you play in upset and injury
5. See all events as opportunities to grow and mature your soul
6. Forgive yourself first
7. Pray for help in forgiving
8. Develop a strong sense of humor
9. Re-commit to your goals and get back on track
10. Count your blessings
11. Stop rehashing past injuries and don't talk about them any more
12. Talk about today's positive events

So when with the need to forgive and let go, consider the benefits to help motivate you. Start by looking for the gifts buried underneath all perceived injuries. With the gift in hand, forgiveness comes far more easily. Forgiveness is the best gift you can give yourself and everyone you know.