Researchers have recently become interested in studying the effects of being unforgiving and being forgiving. Evidence shows that holding on to grudges and bitterness results in long-term health problems. Forgiveness, on the other hand, offers numerous benefits, including:
- Lower blood pressure
- Stress reduction
- Less hostility
- Better anger management skills
- Lower heart rate
- Lower risk of alcohol or substance abuse
- Fewer depression symptoms
- Fewer anxiety symptoms
- Reduction in chronic pain
- More friendships
- Healthier relationships
- Greater religious or spiritual well-being
- Improved psychological well-being
Is there someone in your life that you are holding a grudge against or have a hard time forgiving? Consider the benefits of forgiveness as some motivation to consider working toward forgiving that person. What's really holding you back?
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