Lighthouse at Peggy's Cove in Nova Scotia by Laurie Buchanan
Like the path we walk, giving and receiving forgiveness is a fundamental part of life’s journey. Reminiscent of falling leaves, offenses may scatter the pathway of our heart—the seat of our outlook. This attitude determines the terrain of our path and forgiveness keeps the pathway clear.
It is my perspective that the place to start—the place to launch joy, hope, positive aspirations and healing begins with forgiveness. Until that bit of housekeeping has been taken care of, everything else is futile.
“Whatever you are not changing, you are choosing.”
~ Laurie Buchanan
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The path to forgiving other is well traveled in my life. The path to forgiving myself and being able to receive forgiveness is less familiar and even a tad uncomfortable at times. I continue to learn by repeating something I paraphrased from Barbara Coloroso “We do the best we can with what we know at the time.”
Terrill – Thank you for sharing your paraphrase of Barbara Coloroso’s words. They’re powerful because they’re doable.
Definitely forgiving others is easier, I have a tough skin when it comes to recieving forgiveness and it is a challenge.
I just give myself a harder time than others……
Kim – Most of us do tend to be harder on ourselves than others, don’t we? I’m so glad you stopped by, thank you.
Laurie, we are certainly on the same page here. In my experience, forgiveness is the way.
With love,
Bob
Bob – Thank you for stopping by. I’m looking forward to the day you announce that you’ve started a blog about the life-changing information contained in your wonderful book, Taming the Tiger of Emotion: Connecting with Inner Peace and Igniting Soul Purpose.
If we do not let something die, how can we make room for something beautiful to grow?
Tammy – You are one wise woman! Thank you for popping in today 🙂
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