my daily reflections…

forgiveness, especially self-forgiveness, seems like an impressive character asset to have in principle. its easy to understand when i decipher it from a dictionary. but in the abstract, or even the practicality of it, is where i can get bound up within. like my brain ate a 1 pound block of delicious cheese and im tryin to push forgiveness through in my daily behavior; im just all clogged up mannn. through my years in this thing we do ive had to use this idea of forgiveness. not only on others but apply it to myself. its been my experience there is a transformative power with forgiveness, both toward others and myself. when i “do it” (catch those words?) “do it”, i no longer have to feel isolated. ive opened myself to the importance of compassion, understandin, and love, and forgiveness becomes a path to continued recovery. whether i forgive others or myself, its a powerful step toward healin and recovery. when i commit to my own safety and self-respect, i get to understand and empathize with what led to the hurtful action so i may move toward responsibility with the help of my HP, and others in this thing we do. 1 day @ a time...