Many of us know that forgiveness is a good thing, right? It frees us from bitterness and anger, two emotions that not only don’t feel good but can also disrupt our physical health and hold us back ...

Most employment in the U.S. is "at will," meaning that an employer has the right to change or terminate a worker's employment agreement for any reason — with a handful of legal exceptions, according ...

Forgiving yourself for mistakes you've made in the past can be difficult, but it’s important for many reasons. The benefits of self-forgiveness go far beyond simply feeling better — it can improve ...

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 ...

When I felt slighted by our couples therapist a while back, I overreacted and caused a stir. My husband left him a message, demanding an apology. My therapist eventually said he was sorry, and I ...

As early as our preschool days, we’re taught the meaning and merits of forgiveness. Whether another child snatched our favorite toy or our big brother pulled our pigtails, letting go of grudges seemed ...

Life is not always fair. I know people who are or have been in difficult situations. Often forgiveness and love help them in navigating life. That means self-forgiveness, too. I listened to a person ...

Editor’s note: Season 8 of the podcast Chasing Life with Dr. Sanjay Gupta gets back to basics with an in-depth examination of the brain in different states. Each episode focuses on one of those states ...

Divorce can be one of the most challenging life events anyone can endure. The end of a marriage is not just a legal dissolution but often a time of intense emotional upheaval. Among the complex ...

It's not a term we hear often. It is commonly eclipsed by literature, articles, and speakers touching on the topic of how to forgive others. In Alcoholics Anonymous, we are taught to forgive those who ...