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Life Lessons From A Dog
Here's the surprising answer of a 6-year-old child. Being a veterinarian, I had been called to examine a ten-year-old Irish Wolfhound named Belker. The dog’s owners, Ron, his wife Lisa, and their little boy Shane, were all very attached to Belker, and they were hoping...
Forgiveness Is Ultimately A Choice
We know this, but do we really KNOW it??? And do we allow ourselves to really learn forgiveness as a skill? Forgiveness is a complex and multifaceted process that can be difficult to navigate, but it is essential for healing and moving forward in our personal and...
Apologizing: Facing Vulnerability
Apologizing can be hard. It can be a difficult and uncomfortable experience, especially when you are admitting fault or acknowledging that you have hurt someone else. Worst parts of apologizing? 1. Facing our mistakes: Apologizing requires you to confront your...
Forgiving Your Mother
Forgiveness can be a difficult and complicated process, especially when it comes to family relationships. For some of us, forgiving your mother can be a particularly challenging and overwhelming task. However, forgiving your mother can be a transformative experience...
Your Voice Matters
We found this story about the impact of using your voice and standing up for what is right. Enjoy. The professor enters the lecture hall for the first class session. He looks around. "You there in the 8th row. Can you tell me your name?" he asks a student. "My name is...
This Will Melt Your Heart
We recently found this deeply inspiring note from a teacher impacted by a loving parent. This feel-good demonstration of exquisite validation will melt your heart. If you know who wrote this beautiful note, please let us know. We would love to credit the teacher. From...
Happiness Is A Choice
We hear this all the time, and it’s harder in practice, yes? Someone asked a friend who recently turned 70 years old, what sort of changes she is feeling at this stage of life? She sent the following: 1. After loving my parents, my siblings, my spouse, my children and...
Family Blessings & Affirmations
We found an ancient blessing that we thought was quite beautiful. Project Forgive is non-religious and non-partisan and thought some of our followers would receive this ancient blessing as very healing. I personally loved it and shared it with my daughter. I hope you...
Changing Your Mind
We're evolving, critically thinking humans and as we evolve and critically think, it's inevitable that we will change our minds. It takes self-care and courage to change your mind and act on those changes. Let's say you make a commitment to babysit your grandkids for...
Children Are a Hoot!
We found this endearing story and had to share it with you. It’s absolutely a hoot. Please enjoy. The Middle Wife by an Anonymous 2nd grade teacher “I've been teaching now for about fifteen years. I have two kids myself, but the best birth story I know is the one I...
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