Forgiveness

There is power in forgiveness.

You can’t control what others do, and you can’t force someone to forgive you if they’re not ready. But what you can control is how you see the situation.

Instead of waiting for someone to forgive you for betraying them, use the experience as a reminder to forgive yourself. But don’t stop there—take it a step further.

Ask yourself: Are there other areas in my life where I need to offer myself forgiveness? Maybe you regret a past mistake, feel guilty about a missed opportunity, or blame yourself for not being good enough in some way. Learning to recognise these moments and practicing self-forgiveness leads to healing. It may not heal your body, but it will heal your soul and your spirit.

When you truly forgive yourself in at least one area of your life, something powerful happens—your self-worth and self-acceptance grow. The need for external validation, including someone else’s forgiveness, becomes less important. This shift lightens the emotional burden, yours and that of others. It makes it easier to move forward with greater peace and self-compassion.