Lewis B. Simedes says: "to forgive is to set a prisoner free and discover that the prisoner was you". The bible says: "you are a murderer when you hate your brother -john 3:15 and therefore you can never be happy/ can enter heaven.
Actually, it takes more energy to hate a person than it does to forgive and let go so you can move on with your life. The fastest way to untangle yourself from an enemy and all associated negativity is to forgive. The aramaic word fo "forgive" means literally to "untie". Untie the bindings and loosen yourself from that persons ugliness. Your hatred has tied you to the person responsible for your pain. Your forgiveness enables you to start walking away from him/her and the pain. Forgiveness is for you and not for the other party. Freeing yourself through forgiveness is like freeing yourself from chain of bondage or from prison.
Do you want to live long happy life? If yes there is only one solution - FORGIVE THE UNFORGIVABLE - it is the kindest thing you can do for yourself.
Your enemy may not deserve to be forgiven for all the pain and sadness and suffering purposely inflicted on your life; but you deserve to be free of this evil. To move on in life and enjoy your journey in life consider the following tips:
1. REALIZE that the hate you feel toward your enemy does not harm him/her. Chances are, your enemy has move on with life and have not given you another thought.
2. Be COMPASSIONATE with yourself. By forgiving yourself, you are patient and kind to yourself. Extreme emotional pain has a profound effect on your body. Give yourself a time to heal- physically and emotionally. Eat well and rest. Focus on the natural beauty of the world. Never bottle up the pain.
3. STOP talking the "story" over and over again. It is like a stake driven into the ground that keeps you from moving away from the hurt. Rather forgive your enemy because it is the kindest thing you can do for your friends and family.
Be aware, negativity is depressing physically, mentally and spiritually.
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