In this case, it was Armand's inability to acknowledge and face his own guilt for not being there for his mother. Our reasons are myriad. It's sad, really.
It's always been hard for me to forgive myself for perceived inadequacies so I identify with Armand. I don't have anyone I've cut myself off from but I don't know that the exact circumstance matters, it's the feeling that I failed, the belief I could have done more or done better. So I found this a beautiful message of hope. There's still time. Embrace forgiveness, not just for others but for ourselves, too. Your stories are always so inspiring. Love you, love them ❤️
Thank you, dear friend. I think most people feel we haven't done enough and carry guilt around it, or worse, shame. Self- forgiveness, I think, is the first step toward healing.
So many wasted years.
And I've seen it so often, both within my family and my medical practice.
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Why do we resist what heals? Forgiveness takes courage.
In this case, it was Armand's inability to acknowledge and face his own guilt for not being there for his mother. Our reasons are myriad. It's sad, really.
It's always been hard for me to forgive myself for perceived inadequacies so I identify with Armand. I don't have anyone I've cut myself off from but I don't know that the exact circumstance matters, it's the feeling that I failed, the belief I could have done more or done better. So I found this a beautiful message of hope. There's still time. Embrace forgiveness, not just for others but for ourselves, too. Your stories are always so inspiring. Love you, love them ❤️
Thank you, dear friend. I think most people feel we haven't done enough and carry guilt around it, or worse, shame. Self- forgiveness, I think, is the first step toward healing.
Plucked my heart strings! Good surprises along the way 😁
Glad it touched you, Connie! 💕