I was an absent, alcoholic mother for years before going to rehab for six months. After getting sober, I had to learn to be a parent to my kids. My kids have learned to forgive me, but I am still ...

Without the other's apology, forgiveness can become more difficult. Yet difficulty does not mean impossibility.

Too often, we place forgiveness and anger on opposite sides, as if they’re in competition. The truth is more complex.

It doesn't matter whether you need to forgive the world, forgive yourself, or forgive another person — I want to teach you how to practice forgiveness. You don’t have to forgive someone, but you gain ...

Finding peace within yourselves is easier said than done. We’ve all done things we’re not proud of or wished our actions led to different outcomes. Maybe you spent half the month’s food budget on a ...

In all the violence of the past few years, Newsweek contributing editor Ellis Cose was struck by the varying reactions of victims’ families. While some vowed vengeance, others chose the path of ...

From Jews on Yom Kippur, to Catholics going to confession before Easter, all religions understand the healing power of forgiveness. Everyone can relate to carrying a grudge that's gone on for too long ...

“Forgive and forget.” This is familiar advice given for anyone who’s been wronged by someone else. It suggests that forgiving will help you forget the harm that’s been done to you, allowing you to ...

Forgiving someone is hard. And yet, forgiveness isn't just necessary in our daily lives; it's vital to a healthy life and healthy relationships. Whether it’s trying to forgive someone who personally ...

Forgiving others isn’t always easy. When someone hurts you, it can require major strength (and maturity) to take a deep breath, put your ego aside, and accept a sincere apology. But what happens if ...