The SW30: Day 15 ~ Narrate a Conversation Between You and Someone In Your Life (With Whom You Never Had Closure)
I really want to complete this entire challenge but I was kind of struggling with this prompt.
In one way or another, I feel that I've been able to get closure with everyone that I really wanted or [thought I] needed to. So I decided to offer my two cents on closure & forgiveness.
I realize that every situation won't exactly end the way that you or I would prefer. If you're like me, you want things to be clear-cut. . . no lingering questions. The decisions are final! The situation is harmonious and the parties involved are all on the same page.
Life's not always like that though.
Sometimes friendships or relationships end and someone's left feeling hurt. Sometimes individuals just grow apart.
People! Please don't limit yourself to the things that (you feel) people have done to you! Look at each experience as an opportunity to grow! That might sound crazy but think about it. What did this situation teach you? What are some things that you'll pay attention to, in the future? I'm sure you'll be able to find something. You may not be able to change the past but you have the power to decide how it will affect your future. You are more than the situations you've faced! And God is able to bring healing to your heart and spirit.
Don't be bitter. Be better!
Something that I've learned and truly believe is that FORGIVENESS is always right! Even if you don't receive ~ the answer to your burning questions... clarity to rid you of confusion or an apology to replace your pain and disappointment, I pray that you can find it in your heart to forgive.
Holding on to a grudge is dangerous. We can be so focused on wanting to get revenge that we actually make ourselves physically sick! Nobody is worth that. Look after yourself! And remember-> the more important thing is that God is not pleased with that mindset. . . We're supposed to show love.
That does not mean that you have to be best friends with someone who's hurt you in the past but you should be respectful, civil. *Sometimes it's necessary to modify boundaries and expectations.*
If you say that you've forgiven someone, I hope that you really mean it. You aren't authentically forgiving someone if you bring up everything they've done wrong- whenever you get a chance. Forgive them and let it (your past issue) go!
What good will it do you to dwell on a negative thought or feeling? (NONE!)
And if you realize that you've done someone wrong, I hope that you are brave enough to ask for forgiveness.
It really can make a world of difference.
Click Here to learn more about "The SW30"- The Single Woman's 30-Day Blogging Challenge!
In one way or another, I feel that I've been able to get closure with everyone that I really wanted or [thought I] needed to. So I decided to offer my two cents on closure & forgiveness.
I realize that every situation won't exactly end the way that you or I would prefer. If you're like me, you want things to be clear-cut. . . no lingering questions. The decisions are final! The situation is harmonious and the parties involved are all on the same page.
Life's not always like that though.
Sometimes friendships or relationships end and someone's left feeling hurt. Sometimes individuals just grow apart.
People! Please don't limit yourself to the things that (you feel) people have done to you! Look at each experience as an opportunity to grow! That might sound crazy but think about it. What did this situation teach you? What are some things that you'll pay attention to, in the future? I'm sure you'll be able to find something. You may not be able to change the past but you have the power to decide how it will affect your future. You are more than the situations you've faced! And God is able to bring healing to your heart and spirit.
Don't be bitter. Be better!
Something that I've learned and truly believe is that FORGIVENESS is always right! Even if you don't receive ~ the answer to your burning questions... clarity to rid you of confusion or an apology to replace your pain and disappointment, I pray that you can find it in your heart to forgive.
Holding on to a grudge is dangerous. We can be so focused on wanting to get revenge that we actually make ourselves physically sick! Nobody is worth that. Look after yourself! And remember-> the more important thing is that God is not pleased with that mindset. . . We're supposed to show love.
That does not mean that you have to be best friends with someone who's hurt you in the past but you should be respectful, civil. *Sometimes it's necessary to modify boundaries and expectations.*
If you say that you've forgiven someone, I hope that you really mean it. You aren't authentically forgiving someone if you bring up everything they've done wrong- whenever you get a chance. Forgive them and let it (your past issue) go!
What good will it do you to dwell on a negative thought or feeling? (NONE!)
And if you realize that you've done someone wrong, I hope that you are brave enough to ask for forgiveness.
It really can make a world of difference.
Click Here to learn more about "The SW30"- The Single Woman's 30-Day Blogging Challenge!
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