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Acceptance is key to forgiveness from "summary" of Dare to Forgive by Edward M. Hallowell
Forgiveness is not easy. It requires strength, courage, and a willingness to let go of the hurt and anger that can consume us. But in order to truly forgive, we must first accept what has happened. Acceptance is the key that unlocks the door to forgiveness. When we accept the reality of what has transpired, we are able to move past our feelings of denial, anger, and resentment. Acceptance allows us to see the situation for what it is, without trying to change it or make it something it is not. It is a form of surrender, a letting go of the need to control or manipulate the outcome. Acceptance does not mean that we condone or excuse the actions of others. It simply means that we acknowledge what has happened and choose to let go of the negative emotions that are holding us back. By accepting the truth of the situation, we free ourselves from the burden of carrying around the pain and suffering that comes with holding onto grudges and resentments. In his book "Dare to Forgive," Edward M. Hallowell emphasizes the importance of acceptance in the forgiveness process. He explains that without acceptance, we are unable to move forward and truly forgive. Acceptance allows us to release ourselves from the emotional shackles that bind us to the past, freeing us to live more fully in the present moment. By accepting what has happened, we are able to see the humanity in ourselves and others. We recognize that we are all flawed and imperfect beings, capable of both great kindness and great harm. Acceptance allows us to extend compassion and understanding to ourselves and those who have wronged us, paving the way for forgiveness to take root and grow. In the end, acceptance is the gateway to forgiveness. It is the first step on the path to healing and reconciliation. When we accept what has happened, we open ourselves up to the possibility of forgiveness, allowing us to let go of the pain and suffering that have held us captive for so long. It is only through acceptance that we can truly free ourselves from the chains of the past and embrace a future filled with hope, love, and peace.
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