What is Forgiveness?

I would get pissed over little things people do to me and I could dwell on that offense for days, that's how I started living an unforgiving life style even as an adult, said a woman named Cecilia.
Cecilia lived a life filled with anger and resentment indeed she wish she could change the hands of time cause that wasn't a healthy lifestyle. Today, she's struggling to forgive others. image source
WHAT IS FORGIVENESS ?

Forgiveness means pardoning an offender and letting go of anger, resentment and thought of revenge. It does not mean condoning a wrong, minimizing it or pretending that it did not happen. Rather forgiveness is a well thought out personal choice that reflects a loving commitment to peace and building or maintaining a good relationship with the other person. Forgiveness also reflects understanding

A good marriage is the union of two good forgivers.

Self-forgiveness can be the most difficult to achieve yet the most to health. Learn to be patient with yourself; some personality, flaws and bad habits may not go away over night, if you hurt someone take responsibility for it and be quick to apologize. When you make peace, you will gain inner peace yourself.image source
Forgiving others lead to:

1. Healthier relationship and inner peace
2. Less anxiety
3. Improved physical, mental and spiritual health.

Learn to make forgiveness part of your everyday life.