Forgiveness

Let Peace On Earth Begin With Me And You

Joann Davis | Posted 11.18.2009 | Living


Joann Davis

But in our spectator society, where it's easier to watch reality tv than live our own authentic and vibrant life, small, personal acts are sometimes overlooked and minimized.

Assassinations, Peace and State Violence in India and Pakistan

Abdul Malik Mujahid | Posted 11.05.2009 | World


Abdul Malik Mujahid

As Indians mark the death anniversary of Indira Gandhi, Sikhs renew their call for justice, and Pakistan bleeds with terrorism, it is important to reflect on justice, reconciliation and forgiveness.

Forgiveness: Human or Divine?

Josh Ruxin | Posted 10.28.2009 | World


Josh Ruxin

Can a woman not only forgive the man who killed her husband, her child, her mother, but accept him as her friend and neighbor? Can a man forgive himself for the brutal act he committed?

Garrard McClendon Breaks Silence: "The Vision Of My Parents Being Murdered Is Unbelievable' (VIDEO)

Huffington Post | Posted 10.23.2009 | Chicago


CLTV host Garrard McClendon has broken his public silence following the murder of his parents earlier this week. "The vision of my parents being murd...

Five Tips to Mend a Tattered Friendship

Dr. Irene S. Levine | Posted 10.06.2009 | Living


Dr. Irene S. Levine

Harboring resentment towards someone has a way of bouncing back like a boomerang to hurt you (including raising your blood pressure). Let go of the disappointment.

How Would You Decide?

Jim Lichtman | Posted 10.20.2009 | Living


Jim Lichtman

Isn't it up to God to forgive the truly horrible, like members of the Manson Family? Should we forgive all mass-murderers? Must we go that far?

Does Forgive Mean Forget? How to Get Over What Is Tearing You Apart

Dr. Cara Barker | Posted 09.26.2009 | Living


Dr. Cara Barker

"If it weren't for the fact that he died, I'd like to kill him! Can you imagine leaving us in this mess?" Amanda, a widow with three little ones und...

Why Michael Vick Should Be Forgiven

Rabbi Shmuley Boteach | Posted 09.18.2009 | Living


Rabbi Shmuley Boteach

you can be forgiven for the bad you did once you have shown a capacity to reorient your life and practice ongoing good, particularly in the area where you caused harm.

Just Listen: Giving Michael Vick a Second Chance

Mark Goulston, M.D. | Posted 09.17.2009 | Living


Mark Goulston, M.D.

Michael Vick will need to realize that he triggered in his fans and certainly all animal lovers the 3 H's of Hurt, Hate and Hesitation to Trust. To reverse each of those he will need to respond with the 3 R's of Remorse, Restitution and Rehabilitation before those people will give him a second chance.

Character Is Our Bailout

Ariane de Bonvoisin | Posted 08.28.2009 | Living


Ariane de Bonvoisin

It appears that we have become a society of situational ethics and integrity. Being honest and ethical is no longer a predetermination for public life.

Ask Maddisen: How To Love Rather Than Lead By Example

Maddisen K. Krown | Posted 08.06.2009 | Living


Maddisen K. Krown

Self forgiveness promotes healing, self integration, self acceptance, self love, love for life, and love for others.

How To Forgive An Accident

Gretchen Rubin | Posted 08.05.2009 | Living


Gretchen Rubin

I'm working on my Happiness Project, and you could have one, too! Everyone's project will look different, but it's the rare person who can't benefit. ...

Ask Maddisen - How to Recognize and Claim Your Greatness

Maddisen K. Krown | Posted 07.30.2009 | Living


Maddisen K. Krown

We sometimes project seemingly offensive or undesired qualities onto others to remind ourselves of something we are lacking or of something else we'd rather become.

The Morality Police and the Divine Feminine

Dr. Susan Corso | Posted 07.30.2009 | Living


Dr. Susan Corso

I am appalled at the coverage of Governor Mark Sanford's infidelity to his wife and sons. I am appalled at the moral posturing. I am appalled that we think we have the right.

Time to Forgive, Forget, and Find a Little Jubilee

Randall Amster | Posted 07.26.2009 | Business


Randall Amster

Money is the means to everything from food to sex, so it's no surprise what people are willing to do to obtain it, from criminal activities to simply ignoring the rising tide.

Quiz: How Forgiving Are You?

beliefnet.com | Posted 07.24.2009 | Living


You'd like to think you're the type that doesn't hold a grudge. But when push comes to shove and the person being shoved is you, can you forgive and f...

Father, I Forgive You

Pedro C. Moreno | Posted 07.20.2009 | Living


Pedro C. Moreno

What is it with Father's Day? And, what is the blessing and curse of being a father?

Dinner With Monica Lewinsky -- 6 Reasons To Forgive Yourself

Ed and Deb Shapiro | Posted 07.19.2009 | Living


Ed and Deb Shapiro

While we were recently in England we were invited to a dinner party that was also attended by Monica Lewinsky (yes, that Monica!). She struck us as be...

Religious Conviction: Effects on the Human Brain

Srinivasan Pillay | Posted 07.10.2009 | Living


Srinivasan Pillay

When our beliefs are invested in something greater than ourselves, they protect us from anxiety because our attention is not on what is going on inside of us.

Mississippi Shining: Good News for All

Gangaji | Posted 06.25.2009 | Living


Gangaji

Mr. Young won, and we all win if we allow his story to inform our inner struggles, the struggle with the parts of ourselves we deem hateful and unworthy; the struggle with others we deem hateful and unworthy.

Tortured By Torture

Dr. Susan Corso | Posted 06.18.2009 | Living


Dr. Susan Corso

The real problem is that we, the American people, are suffering from our own collective psyche being tortured by torture.

Don't You Think Forgiveness is Overrated?

Jill Brooke | Posted 06.01.2009 | Living


Jill Brooke

The concept of forgiveness has surfaced lately with people ranging from Chris Buckley to Elizabeth Edwards. However, the word "forgive" makes me ill.

Justice Is Essential for True Forgiveness

Anne Dilenschneider | Posted 05.25.2009 | Living


Anne Dilenschneider

Accountability is the cornerstone of justice. And justice is essential for true forgiveness.

Ask Maddisen: How to Forgive Yourself for Judging Yourself

Maddisen K. Krown | Posted 05.23.2009 | Living


Maddisen K. Krown

Dear Maddisen, I am highly self critical, self judgmental, and even cruel to myself with my thoughts and my mental talk.

Homophobia Is Killing Our Youth

Jason Mannino | Posted 05.18.2009 | Living


Jason Mannino

While our youth silently protest violent homophobia, I implore you to take a moments to ask the tough questions: "Where in my own life do I harbor hatred, fear, anger, and what steps can I take to begin to resolve it?"