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#9 – KEEPING KIDS HEALTHY

Discussion/ Activity – Slide 12 (10 Minutes)

Slide 12 – Forgiveness

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What is forgiveness?

 Forgiveness is a decision you make to let go of resentment and thoughts of
revenge.
 You don’t have to agree with what happened or think that the person was
right, but it’s about letting the hurt go and not be the focus of your life.

 Forgiveness doesn't mean that you deny the other person's responsibility
for hurting you, and it doesn't minimize or justify the wrong. You can
forgive the person without excusing the act.

 Forgiveness brings a kind of peace that helps you go on with life.
What are the effects of holding a grudge?

 You can bring that anger into other relationships
 You can get so wrapped up in the grudge that it becomes your main focus,
and you don’t see the good around you right now.

 You can become anxious or depressed.
Forgiveness leads to:

 Less anxiety and stress

 Lower blood pressure
 Healthier relationships

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