I had a teacher who wrote the following in my yearbook at the end of my senior year in high school: Never do anything you wouldn't stand on a chair and announce at a family reunion." The older I get, ...

Forgiveness seems to remain somewhat of an obscure dynamic. With most actions, there is a clear choice: We can say, “I’m swimming” or “I’m not swimming.” Typically, the negative statement can be ...

Recognizing that God’s love is constant and impartial frees us from resentment, opening the door to healing.

Joy, happiness, peace of mind … these attitudes and behaviors are how many people would define as living a good life. A dear friend of mine, who is probably the kindest and most gentle soul I have ...

Forgiving yourself is often easier said than done. We’re all our own worst critics, and more often than not, we hold onto our mistakes like badges of shame. But learning to forgive yourself is crucial ...

"It’s hard to forgive others. It’s hardest to forgive yourself. But it’s the most important step you’ll ever take. This ...

Most people, I assume, do not get through life without getting hurt by others. We also may intentionally or unintentionally harm ourselves and other people. The harm done to us leaves us having to ...

GREENSBORO, N.C. — Today is National Forgiveness Day. We often think of forgiveness as something we offer to others; we tend to forget that the most important form of forgiveness is self-forgiveness.

Forgiveness is scientifically-proven to heal our minds and bodies—and also our material well-being and futures.

Forgiveness isn't just a sermon topic for Father Matt Marino. One year ago a stranger stabbed the St. Augustine priest in the ...