A Sack of Potatoes: Lesson in Forgiveness

One of my teachers had each one of us bring a clear plastic bag and a sack of potatoes. For every person we refused to forgive for whatever they did, we were told to choose a potato, write on it the name and date, and put it in the plastic bag.

We were then told to carry this bag with us everywhere for two weeks, putting it beside our bed at night, on the car seat when driving, next to our desk at work, etc. Read more

Hurt feelings worse than physical pain

In a study that compares the consequences of physical pain and emotional pain, it was found that the effects of emotional pain is far worse than that of physical pain. While physical pain can heal, most emotional pain continues to have its damaging effects long after the pain had been inflicted.

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4 Good Reasons to Forgive

Much has been said about the virtues of forgiveness, yet many today who need to forgive are unable or unwilling to do so. This is mainly due to the wrong understanding of what forgiveness is. Most people, when given a clearer understanding of what forgiveness is, become more willing to do so.

Here are some good reasons why you should forgive: Read more

Forgiveness: Path to Liberation

There was a free public forum at Clove & Clive last Saturday night on the topic Forgiveness – Path to Liberation. It was very interesting and the questions and discussion that followed were lively and exciting.

Forgiveness is about letting go of the hold that an old injury had over us. Holding on to old memories and pain harms us physically, emotionally, mentally and spiritually. Forgiveness is always for the injured, not the injurer. Forgiveness allows the injured to heal. Read more

Transforming Negative Emotions into Joy

Here’s a very good short video on the steps taken to transform negative emotions into joy.

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