Wednesday, April 19, 2017
I continue to mull over the topic of forgiveness.
I have read a book discussing Nelson Mandela's various perspectives on life. Highly educational and very helpful. Desmond Tutu is next.
Progress is being made.
Once again, a eureka moment bowls me over and offers an entirely new perspective on this deeply philosophical debate. The act of forgiveness, or making peace as I prefer, does not release the wrong-doer from the wrong-doing. Not at all. The release is for the person who suffered at the hands of the wrong-doer. Making peace releases me of the obligation/responsibility to hold on to my hurt and anger and confusion. It allows/permits ME to let go of my emotions and to no longer let these emotions wear me down. The benefit is entirely for ME. Not him.
An incredible revelation, to be sure.
The education continues (and is turning into one heck of a chapter for my book).
Happy Wednesday, Everyone.
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