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THE JOURNEY TO FORGIVENESS:
Finding Freedom in Letting Go
BY DR. DRAVON JAMES
Forgiveness is often seen as a virtue, an act of kindness toward others. But what if we reframed it as an act of self-love?
The ability to forgive is not about absolving others of wrongdoing— it is about releasing ourselves from the burdens of resentment and pain.
In life, we all experience moments of deep hurt— betrayal, disappointment, and heartbreak. The challenge is not in feeling these emotions but in navigating them in a way that leads to healing rather than prolonged suffering.
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