“The work of forgiveness is neither easy, quick, nor smooth,” writes Cynthia Geisen. “It is a process that may unfold over months and years.” One must decide how (or whether) to offer forgiveness, and then commit to walking that path. In this CareNote, Geisen offers “guideposts” to those beginning the journey in sections titled: “Ask all of your questions and feel all your feelings,” “Identify (for yourself) the person who is responsible for hurting you,” “The choice is yours: retaliate or forgive,” “Live into your commitment to forgive,” and “To reconcile or not: follow your heart.”

By Cynthia Geisen.