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I found some quotes that may apply to many of us. I am motivated by my own need for forgiveness and getting rid of negative energy around me. Perhaps you have some quotes to help heal wounds of actions and words that were designed to hurt us? This quote is from Norman Vincent Peale " Resentment or grudges do no harm to the person against whom you hold these feelings, but everyday and every night of your life, they are eating you alive." What is Forgiveness? Generally it is a decision of letting go of resentments and thoughts of revenge. the act that hurt you or offended you, may always remain as a part of your life but forgiveness can lessen the grip on you and help you focus on other, positive parts of your life. Forgiveness can even lead to understanding, empathy, and compassion toward the one who hurt you. Forgiveness does not mean that you deny the other person's responsibility for hurting you, and it doesn't minimize or justify the wrong. You can forgive the person without excusing the act. Forgiveness brings a kind of peace that let's you go on with your life. I hope these words of wisdom will help all or any of us that sometimes get wrapped up in these feelings, and realize life is just too short to spend energy on what is just perpetuating negative energy. If we spend our energy on what has happened in the past, we will miss the great opportunity that our lives have to offer right here, right now! LOVE TO ALL, WISH PEACE AND HAPPINESS TO ALL!