Forgive...Again

Who Loses?

Last week, while attending a meeting in Pittsburgh, I ran into someone I knew from a volunteer job in California. This wasn’t the first time I had experienced something like that. Fortunately, whenever it has happened, the person and I have maintained a good relationship. It makes me realize that we live in a small world, and we never know when or where we will run into someone from our past. Someone once told me that healing damaged relationships is important because we never know if or when we'll see that person again. When either of us holds a grudge against someone, we are both the ones who lose. 

Do You Want To Be Right, or Happy?

Healing relationships isn't about who's right or wrong; it's about our happiness and peace of mind. We have all heard the phrase: “Do you want to be right or happy?” We might believe we want to be right, but most people, when reflecting at the end of life, regret the unhealed relationships, not how often they were right or wrong.

None of us knows when our time on this planet will end. The Buddha said, “Always be ready to leave.” This does not refer to physical possessions but rather to healing relationships that need repair. When we are upset with someone, we either need to forgive or make amends. We may not be able to restore the relationship, but we can find peace knowing we tried. 

Quote of the Week:

“Never does the human soul appear so strong as when it forgoes revenge and dares to forgive an injury.” -- E.H. Chapin

Where would forgiving others, or yourself, serve you best right now? If you feel comfortable, comment below. Please introduce yourself to me at the Unity Center of Pittsburgh when I speak in-person on August 3!