When we practice forgiveness we free ourselves of the pain of the past and how it’s affected us moving forward. When we accept our part and focus on what we need to do to be happy again we give less power to those experiences we find difficulty processing in life. 

According to Google, practicing forgiveness is “a voluntary, intentional process of releasing resentment, anger, and bitterness toward someone who has wronged you—or toward yourself—to improve mental and physical health.” [1] The Mayo Clinic empathizes forgiveness as allowing ourselves to “ease the pain” and help us to move forward. Dont hold on to resentments and get your power back. 

Regaining your power involves developing a positive sense of self no matter what anyone says, processing emotions even the ones that hurt the most feeling defeated or a loss of control over a situation. You can’t control others but what you can do is regain control over your own life and how you decide to move forward. Setting boundaries, and “shifting from a victim mindset to one of proactive self-compassion.” [2]

Set your ego aside and stop fighting battles that are better set aside. When it’s time to move on you will know it, do so when your ready. “Setting your ego aside after being hurt involves active emotional processing and practicing self compassion.” [3] Think of everyone who cares about you instead and wants you to move on too, don’t hold on to what hurts. 

References:

[1] Forgiveness: Letting go of grudges and bitterness – Mayo Clinic

[2] get your power back after being hurt – Google Search

[3] Medium