What is holding me back from forgiveness?

Forgiveness is a choice that I could make regardless of what others decide to do. It is within my power .If I find it difficult to pardon someone, I remind myself of the situations in which I need to be forgiven. Looking at my own missteps encourages me to be more tolerant. I want to give others a second chance because we all need mercy at times. If I am still bothered by what someone said or did, I focus on generating compassion. They may have spoken harshly to me because of the suffering in their own lives. The person who yells at me when driving may have lost their dog or been laid off from work. I stop reliving old setbacks. My attention returns to the present moment. I notice all the blessings in my life and the opportunities that lie before me. Today, I free myself by pardoning others. Forgiveness gives me a clean slate. I feel lighter and stronger. Try you as well the forgiveness and put it in your life , give to your soul peace.

What is forgiveness for you?