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Don't let bitterness consume you from "summary" of Dare to Forgive by Edward M. Hallowell
The corrosive power of bitterness can take hold of you without warning. It sneaks up, whispering in your ear, "You were wronged." It festers inside you, twisting your thoughts and poisoning your spirit. Before you know it, bitterness has wrapped its tendrils around your heart, squeezing out any room for joy or peace. It becomes a heavy burden that you carry with you everywhere, coloring your interactions with others and clouding your perception of the world. Bitterness can consume your thoughts, turning them into a never-ending loop of resentment and anger. It can make you see the worst in people, replaying past hurts like a broken record. It can drain your energy, leaving you feeling exhausted and defeated. It can even manifest physically, causing headaches, stomach aches, and other stress-related symptoms. But here's the thing: you have a choice. You can choose to hold on to bitterness, letting it eat away at you day by day. Or you can choose to let it go, freeing yourself from its toxic ...
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