Chapter
The Path to Forgiveness
33:07 - 39:34 (06:26)
Forgiveness is not about replacing negative emotions with positive ones but rather letting the process play out and having faith that you will ultimately forgive the person who wronged you.
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Forgiveness and anger are not mutually exclusive, meaning it is unnatural to not have negative emotions or a negative response to being wronged, but you don't want to replace that with forgiveness as you may accidentally trip up the process and not truly forgive.
33:07 - 36:09 (03:01)
Summary
Forgiveness and anger are not mutually exclusive, meaning it is unnatural to not have negative emotions or a negative response to being wronged, but you don't want to replace that with forgiveness as you may accidentally trip up the process and not truly forgive. Fred Luskin, a psychologist and forgiveness expert, has offered a definition for tackling the concept.
ChapterThe Path to Forgiveness
EpisodeHow Forgiveness Works
PodcastStuff You Should Know
The hosts discuss their forgiving personalities and how they deal with conflict in their relationships, acknowledging that while it can be a difficult process, forgiveness is important.
36:09 - 38:12 (02:03)
Summary
The hosts discuss their forgiving personalities and how they deal with conflict in their relationships, acknowledging that while it can be a difficult process, forgiveness is important.
ChapterThe Path to Forgiveness
EpisodeHow Forgiveness Works
PodcastStuff You Should Know
Forgiveness is influenced by both nature and nurture, but individuals generally have an inclination towards revenge or forgiveness based on what they saw and experienced during their childhood.
38:12 - 39:34 (01:21)
Summary
Forgiveness is influenced by both nature and nurture, but individuals generally have an inclination towards revenge or forgiveness based on what they saw and experienced during their childhood. It is important to focus on how to forgive before exploring physical health related to forgiveness.