Ep. 74 Why Forgiveness Still Matters

In this episode I respond to a recent post on social media that featured an angry obituary a son wrote after his father's death. The obituary revealed the harm the father had done throughout his lifetime to everyone around him as an abusive alcoholic who lacked integrity and remorse. I share the story of a patient named Ralph from my hospice days, who had a similar life story to the father in the obituary, but who found a form of redemption at the very end of his life. While it's important that we be able to talk about and be validated for the pain and wounding of abuse experienced in the past, I believe we also need to hold space for forgiveness, as well. We can only move toward greater love by acknowledging our pain and ultimately finding healing.