We’ve all been hurt by another person at some time or another. We’ve all felt used, unseen or betrayed. And while this pain is normal, sometimes the suffering stays for far too long. We relive the experience over and over, and have a hard time letting go, because we’re trying to figure out what went wrong. This not only causes us to be unhappy, but can distract us from our lives, making us hesitant to open up to new things and people. We get trapped in a cycle of hurt and confusion, and miss out on the beauty of life as it happens.
It’s vital to learn to let go of the hurt, to be able to forgive, so we can move on and be present for what matters most. This is something I learned the hard way, not once but several times. Moving forward, I want to love deeply and let go more easily when the time comes.
But how can we let go of hurt, hate, anger and pain, when it’s already changed us or affected us deeply? No matter where you are in the journey of letting go, there are some suggestions that will always help. You’ll notice that all of the ones today contain some element of forgiveness, because ultimately, when you forgive, whether the other person deserve it or not, you’re gifting yourself inner peace.
Its been a while since I write my article
Its good to be back here.