The concept of forgiveness is often framed by a fascinating spirituality-based narrative that advises us we should always do it, no matter what the circumstances. We’re told that by forgiving others, ...

It's not your fault. These 10 things you're allowed to forgive yourself for prove that you were doing your best with what you ...

When a person is hurt by others, forgiveness can seem scary. What is forgiveness? Should I try it? These seven ideas may help you move forward with confidence.

Forgiveness seems to remain somewhat of an obscure dynamic. With most actions, there is a clear choice: We can say, “I’m swimming” or “I’m not swimming.” Typically, the negative statement can be ...

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. Forgiving yourself is often easier said than done. We’re all our own worst critics, and more often than not, we hold onto our ...

Being hurt by others is common and can be deeply painful. How we respond can affect our individual and collective well-being.

A new study from Flinders University has revealed why forgiving ourselves can be so difficult for some – even when we know it might benefit our mental health. The research, published in the journal ...

GLENDORA, Calif. (KABC) -- Forgiving someone or forgiving yourself can be a powerful action. A wealth of studies show it can boost mental and physical health, and learning to let go can help you live ...

There’s a quiet suffering that never gets spoken about enough. It’s not just the pain of being wronged, but the self-hate that follows. The guilt of “not seeing it sooner.” The shame of “letting it ...

DEAR ABBY: While doing some house cleaning, I came across a column of yours that I had clipped and tucked away. On one of the pages I had dog-eared was the poem, “Decide to Forgive.” I was struck by ...

Grudges are easy to hold and hard to let go of. Who hasn’t squabbled with a sibling and still felt sore about it years later? We can even hold on to guilt and loathing for ourselves—everyone is their ...