Many of us have heard the expression forgive and forget.  I suppose the intent here is to be conscious to not let upsets and disappointments fester.  Once responsibilities in an issue are discussed and owned, once feelings are aired, it’s much easier to go forward to have an enriching relationship.

What about self-forgiveness?  Can you think about ways you’ve withheld positive feelings about yourself, even punished yourself for things like: staying too long in a relationship, for not getting your degree, for not sticking to a diet, for… (fill in the blank)?  Knowing that you regret some behaviors in your past, what do you want to do differently going forward?  Can you give yourself some credit for identifying core issues and exercising better judgment?  How can you remember to be thankful and honor yourself for actions that are aligned with who you want to be?