When someone wrongs you, it can be hard to move past the hurt. July 7 marks Global Forgiveness Day, which encourages people to free themselves from old resentments. Many people tout forgiveness as good for our mental health. So, when you’re recovering from an accident, should forgiving the negligent person who injured you be part of the healing process? It’s hard to say because forgiveness can be complicated. Forgiveness is an integral part of many people’s religious faith. To others, the concept is permanently tied to the phrase “forgive and forget.” But some things, you’ll never forget — so how can you forgive them? Many people also associate forgiveness with reconciliation. To forgive someone, they believe, you must be willing to form a new relationship based on mutual trust. Despite all its baggage, the concept of forgiveness at its root means moving past resentment for someone who did you wrong. What you choose to do once your resentment ends is an BUT IS FORGIVENESS ALWAYS DIVINE? TO ERR IS HUMAN How to Seamlessly Get From Point A to Point B When your teen leaves the house, they’ll be traveling on their own on a bus, on a plane, by car, and by foot, so they’ll need to understand how to navigate airports, subway stations, bus hubs, and roads. Ask your child to give you directions when describing how to get to the mall or have them even drive you there if they are licensed. This will reduce stress during solo travels, and they’re less likely to feel overwhelmed if plans unexpectedly change. Leaving the nest can be tough for young adults. There are so many things to remember, like making sure they have all the right supplies and remembering to keep important paperwork. So, before your child heads off to college, help them strengthen these three skills. How to Ask for Help Being capable starts with understanding what you need and asking for it. By having your child order their own food at a restaurant, make medical and dental appointments for themselves, and check out at the supermarket alone, you’ll be helping your child develop independence while encouraging them to take the lead. READY TO SUCCEED 3 IMPORTANT LIFE SKILLS TO TEACH YOUR TEEN
How to Handle Emergencies When children are fairly young, they learn how to call 911 in the event of life-threatening and serious emergencies. But other emergencies tend to pop up in life that don’t necessarily warrant a call to the police. Show your child how to put on a spare tire, turn off utilities, patch a hole in clothing, and other basic but necessary skills so they don’t panic when something goes wrong in their dorm room or on the road. As a parent, it’s your job to teach your children the right skills to set them up for success and independence so they can take care of themselves when they finally go off on their own.
entirely different subject. Further, many people find it possible to resent someone without letting bitterness take over their lives.
Most research into forgiveness involves breaches of trust in existing relationships, which is quite different from suffering permanent disability because a stranger ran a red light. Still, the findings hold some interest. Research has shown that people who forgive are less likely to suffer from mental health effects like anxiety or depression. Holding on to anger also results in stress, which we know is unhealthy for our bodies in many ways. Of course, it’s much easier to forgive someone when they’re willing to admit they were wrong and apologize. Many accident victims never receive that. Forgiving someone who isn’t sorry makes many people feel like a doormat, especially when they’re still suffering from the effects of the incident. The point of forgiveness is to feel better, but it might make some people feel worse. Ultimately, the choice to forgive is incredibly personal based on your life experiences, personality, and faith. If you choose to forgive, remember to do it for yourself, not the person who did you wrong. And if you don’t, you can still move forward in other ways. If the effects of your accident are causing mental distress, we recommend speaking with a trained mental health professional who can help you on a path toward healing that feels right to you.
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