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OCTOBER 2021
Find freedom in forgiveness
Forgiveness can be hard. It’s tempting (and easier) to hold a grudge when someone causes you pain or makes you angry. You may even be angry or disappointed with yourself, and find it tough to let go of those negative emotions. But there are real physical and emotional benefits to letting go of chronic anger.
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Forgive for better health, a better you
Whether or not you’re aware of it, negative emotions cause stress. And stress is at the root of many physical and mental health issues. When you’re able to forgive yourself or someone else, or someone forgives you, the benefits begin right away.
FORGIVENESS CAN:
Forgiveness means different things to different people. But for most, it means letting go of anger, hostility and thoughts of revenge. This gives the forgiver — and the one being forgiven — more peace and freedom and more space for positive thoughts and feelings.
The following resources are available to you through your Costco benefits. They can help you take steps to forgive others and be more in control of your emotional well-being. These resources are confidential and available to you at no cost.