Forgiveness is often seen as a gift we give to others, but in reality, it is a profound act of self-liberation. It is not simply about letting go of anger or resentment—it is about severing the energetic ties that bind us to the past, particularly to those who have wronged us. When we hold onto grudges or harbor unresolved emotions, we are essentially staying tethered to that experience, allowing it to continue to affect our energy.
This is especially true when we understand how unresolved actions perpetuate themselves. If we do not release our attachment to painful experiences, we keep the cycle of energy flowing in the same direction, reactivating the same patterns. Forgiveness is the key to breaking the cycle. By forgiving, we are choosing to stop that cycle, to free both ourselves and others from the patterns that have kept us stuck in negative or hurtful loops.
What We Focus On, We Make Room For
When we harbor resentment, blame, or anger, we are focusing on the negative. And in the universe—where energy flows and expands based on focus—this is an invitation to keep drawing more of the same into our lives. It’s not about saying that what was done is okay, but it’s about releasing our attachment to that past hurt and choosing a new energetic direction. Holding onto unforgiveness creates space for those same negative emotions and experiences to repeat.
Forgiveness is about making room for new experiences to enter our lives. When we release the need for retribution or revenge (or even just to continue feeding the hurt), we let go of the energetic charge that binds us to the past. This doesn’t mean condoning harm, but rather recognizing that continuing to focus on the past only keeps us locked in it. By releasing this energy, we make room for peace, healing, and growth.
Stepping Out of Cycles of Energy
Forgiveness is not a passive act. It’s an active choice to release the cycle of cause and effect (some call this the karmic wheel) and to step out of these patterns. As we do this, we create new energetic possibilities—not only for ourselves but for the people involved. When we forgive, we acknowledge that everyone is on their own journey, often unaware of the impact of their actions, and by releasing the burden of judgment, we can finally step into our own freedom.
Actionable Insights:
- Release resentment: Identify one area of your life where you are holding onto a past hurt. What would it look like if you forgave this situation or person? What would that make space for in your life?
- Focus on peace: Notice where you’re focusing your energy. Are you replaying old grievances in your mind? Shift your focus to what you want to manifest instead of what you want to release.
- Energy transformation: Recognize that forgiveness is a way of transforming energy. By forgiving, you are freeing yourself from old patterns and making room for a new, healthier flow of energy.
The Role of Forgiveness in Energy Release is number 7 of the 13 Shifts for Empowered Communication.
Leave a Reply