Are you holding a grudge? About?

One thing is certain: we humans don’t want to get hurt, and vice-versa; we shouldn’t hurt others consciously or unconsciously. But since this is life, and we tend to make it complicated, it’s impossible to avoid getting hurt. The central theme at this point is how we deal with pain caused by others. A pain that is more serious when it’s originated by people close to you and you love.

It’s easy to fall into the trap of grudge and sometimes revenge. However, does it really give you relief from that pain?

When I was younger, I used to fall into this trap of grudge when I got hurt, and I can tell I got hurt many times, but in the end, it didn’t make me happier. Furthermore, this behavior made me lose unnecessary energy that I could have invested wisely and more efficiently and focused on more meaningful things.

Growing up and gaining more life experiences changed me. It taught me to ignore unpleasant things and the pain caused by others. Uncomfortable things happen as enjoyable things; we can’t control everything, especially the behavior of others.

Most importantly, we shouldn’t forget the deed of forgiveness. Forgiving is simultaneously the most challenging but fulfilling and peaceful act a human can do.