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Practice forgiveness from "summary" of Start Where You Are by Pema Chödrön

Forgiveness is a practice that can be incredibly challenging. It involves letting go of our resentment, anger, and desire for revenge towards someone who has hurt us. It can be difficult because our ego often wants to hold onto these negative emotions, believing that they will protect us in some way. However, forgiveness is not about condoning the harmful actions of others; it is about freeing ourselves from the burden of carrying around this heavy emotional baggage. When we hold onto our resentments, it is like carrying a heavy weight on our shoulders wherever we go. It drains our energy and prevents us from fully engaging with the present moment. Forgiveness allows us to release this weight and move forward with a lighter heart. It is a gift we give to ourselves, not to the person who has hurt us. It is a way of saying, "I am choosing peace and freedom over anger and resentment." Pract...
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