Quotes on Self Forgiveness

Forgiveness is the fragrance that the violet sheds on the heel that has crushed it.

The weak can never forgive. Forgiveness is the attribute of the strong.

The stupid neither forgive nor forget; the naive forgive and forget; the wise forgive but do not forget.

NVC self-forgiveness: connecting with the need we were trying to meet when we took the action that we now regret.

When you hold resentment toward another, you are bound to that person or condition by an emotional link that is stronger than steel. Forgiveness is the only way to dissolve that link and get free.

It is easier to forgive an enemy than to forgive a friend.

When we make mistakes, we can use the process of NVC mourning and self-forgiveness to show us where we can grow instead of getting caught up in moralistic self-judgments.

Forgiveness is the key to action and freedom.