“Let it be. Today we are offended by one person - who knows who will offend us tomorrow? We are constantly thinking about these insults, but we should just let them be in peace.” 

- Elder Thaddeus, Our Thoughts Determine our Lives, pg 157. 

Reflection:

The health of our mind, soul, and body depends on our ability to forgive others.  

When we hold onto something someone said, we are holding our own thoughts, feelings, and maturity captive. We stunt our ability to grow in Christ and fully live our lives when we hold onto these things.  We are at fault for holding onto them. 

Forgiving does not mean we condone another person’s actions, rather, it frees our hearts from anger. Anger only hurts us and restricts us from becoming our true self, it does not prove anything to the other person. We are then able to move about peacefully, praying for everyone.  

A peaceful and joyful life with Christ begins by praying and having compassion for everyone around us, and asking God to have mercy on those who mistreat us.(1)

Resources:

1) Matthew 5 "Love your enemies"