Young as I may be, I've lived a fullfilling life. I've seen the world (most of it). Adventured on a whim and lived without regret or remorse.
But why, when faced with true loves loss and the mistakes that were made, do I finally feel remorse, finally regret? This last year has been tumoltuous at best, as I have been walking a higher path of discovery. I face my demons daily, and I live with my regret. My personal motto has been "It's all about the adventure", but as of late I have found that way of living childish.
Is it others I need forgiveness from?
Or in order to move on, must I do the neigh impossible and forgive myself?
Can a man, changed completely from what he was, be redeemed in the eyes of those that matter?
Or is it even their eyes that need to see it?
A mans journey is his own and must be walked alone; but was my journey started and completed for others, or for myself?
2007-08-19 15:47:33 · 8 answers · asked by felixtc66 2 in Social Science ➔ Psychology
Wow, great insight. Surely no one in history has ever came to these same conclusions and revelations. Congratulations, you are growing up!
2007-08-19 15:55:38 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Life is a journey. There are lessons that present themselves for us to learn and grow as a human being. You are experiencing a new stage in your journey. You are more self-reflective and insightful.
We all wonder what 'if's'. But, the secret is to gain knowledge and not take on regrets and remorse when it is unnecessary and counterproductive.
Forgive yourself. If you believe you've hurt others, apologize and make amends. If it is impossible to do that at this stage, then move on. But, you must forgive yourself. If you do not, it will fester and turn into a depression. Guilt no longer serves a purpose.
The journey is yours, but as you walk you effect others. Always do the kindest act that you can.
And now, continue your journey with an open heart and open mind. There's so much to learn!
2007-08-20 03:09:28 · answer #2 · answered by Marguerite 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Sure, we are all human being, we all make very bad decisions in our life, and later we feel conscious about them, sometimes we do it in purpose without even thinking about how hurtful it may be to you as a female. In our lifetime we make mistakes, mistakes that are repairable and some that are not but we always seek for forgiveness. if you forgive you will be forgiven. I think that anyone deserve a sencond chance when they recognized that they are at fault.
2007-08-19 22:57:20 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 1⤋
First of all, the most important question you asked is:
"Is it others I need forgiveness from?"
No. You need to be able to forgive yourself. Every living person on earth can forgive you, but if you don't forgive yourself, all is for not. It won't matter.
Secondly, while man's journey is his own and must be walked alone, his character: how he treats others and himself, defines him. So, do you choose to define yourself (or redefine yourself) as someone of integrity, honesty, empathy or not.
Your redemption is up to you.
2007-08-19 23:05:06 · answer #4 · answered by ... 2 · 1⤊ 1⤋
It takes one mistake to rune a reputation an a life time to rebuild it.
So to change an gain quick acceptance change the sphere of influence you interact with.
2007-08-23 22:16:36 · answer #5 · answered by Mogollon Dude 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Well, you could read the 'Sorrows of Young Wether' or you could swallow your pride and get some counseling. I suggest that you do both :)
2007-08-19 23:06:10 · answer #6 · answered by smkeller 7 · 0⤊ 1⤋
what is important to yourself, if not the loved ones around you. we can live happy or sad, and still die alone. or we can live amongst friends and families, and live on in their memories, whether they be good or bad memories is also up to us.
2007-08-19 22:58:26 · answer #7 · answered by Ashamed2beHuman 4 · 1⤊ 1⤋
You haven't seen jack. Maybe that's why you are writing this blather.
2007-08-19 22:54:12 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 2⤋