A Guide To

Forgiving Yourself

In his book, Looking for Alaska, John Green said, “The only way out of the labyrinth of suffering is to forgive.” When you forgive, you free up your energy and allow yourself to move on.  This guide shares how to forgive yourself to help you do just that.

why should i forgive myself?

First, forgiving yourself allows you to let go of the past and focus on the present.  Secondly, forgiveness is a form of self-care, and it can be beneficial for our mental and physical health.

HOW DO I FORGIVE MYSELF

You can start by acknowledging your mistakes and allowing yourself to be imperfect. Make forgiveness a positive experience and not a negative one. Forgiving yourself for past mistakes means learning from them.

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PRACTICAL TIPS

-  Face hard truths - Realize the difference between guilt and shame - Try a new perspective - Set realistic goals or expectations - Write yourself an apology

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- Give yourself time - Acknowledge your feelings - Forgive yourself for your own sake, not to appease others - Forgiveness is a personal journey - Seek professional help if you need it

IMPORTANT REMINDERS

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WHAT IF I DO NOT THINK I SHOULD FORGIVE MYSELF

Some people think that they do not deserve forgiveness from themselves because they equate forgiveness with an apology or a pardon.  However, forgiveness is the internal work of understanding and accepting your mistakes, learning from them, and letting go of the past.

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