Keith JonesMay 11, 2016

One of the most beneficial virtues is forgiveness. It is a gift to anyone who practices it. The person who does the forgiving benefits immeasurably.

All the major faiths and religions teach us to forgive regardless of the act committed. Humankind often finds this hard to do. I certainly use to. As I have aged and matured, I find life is so much easier when I am not weighed down by passing blame and judging. And when I forgive and accept the apologies that I haven’t received, I feel light and free. There is an emotional and mental clearing that takes place within. And love fills the new space and expands throughout my life.

I have made many mistakes during my life. And I have apologized for them. I hope people have forgiven me. If they haven’t, I lovingly accept their choice. And for those who feel they have wronged me, they haven’t. I have only love in my heart for them. And I hope they find their way to forgiveness so they can be unburdened by the distractions of unhealthy emotions like judgment, guilt and blame. Those low energies only lead to an ordinary life.

If you are feeling guilty about something you’ve done or carrying blame about something someone has done, I encourage you to forgive yourself and them. It is not as hard as we’ve been led to believe. It’s effortless when you’re committed to being your best self and the most loving human being you can be. Mark Twain said it best. “Forgiveness is the fragrance the violet sheds on the heel that has crushed it.”

Live your life with a loving and forgiving heart.

Stronger Mindset,

Keith