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HOW DO YOU FORGIVE?

Especially if your heart is broken or you’re in great pain. We can help you. IFI is an organization centered on the scientific research of Dr. Robert Enright and his colleagues at the University of Wisconsin. With our help you can release your anger and live a healthier life.
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Quote of the Day

Every one says forgiveness is a lovely idea, until they have something to forgive.
- C. S. Lewis

Events

Steps to Emotional Healing through Forgiveness: A Workshop for Caregivers – Oct. 4
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Forgiveness as Palliative Care for Cancer Patients and Family Members – Oct. 18
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Publications

In The Forgiving Life, Dr. Robert Enright invites readers to learn the benefits of forgiveness and to embark on a path of forgiveness, leaving behind a legacy of love. read more

Ask Dr. Forgiveness:

05.22.2013 -

Isn’t self forgiveness just a trick we play on ourselves to reduce guilt so we can keep doing silly things? Forgiveness is for others, isn’t it? read more

Ask Dr. Forgiveness:

05.22.2013 -

I have seen some of your writings in which you talk about the Family as Forgiving Community. Would you please tell me more about what this means with some examples, please? read more

Ask Dr. Forgiveness:

05.13.2013 -

Forgiveness is not a sign of weakness. Only the brave will be able to forgive. Then, how about seeking forgiveness? When do you seek forgiveness? Is seeking forgiveness a good way to attempt reconciliation? Is it appropriate to seek forgiveness, even when you’re not sure what you did wrong, so that reconciliation might become possible between the two? read more

Ask Dr. Forgiveness:

04.30.2013 -

I have heard people say that forgiveness is like giving someone a second chance. Is this what forgiveness is, or are these two ideas different? read more

Ask Dr. Forgiveness:

04.20.2013 -

You talk about “forgiving communities.” What are some of the dangers in introducing such communities too soon in the home? read more

Ask Dr. Forgiveness:

04.13.2013 -

Suppose that there is ongoing abuse, should I forgive in this circumstance? It seems so difficult. read more

Ask Dr. Forgiveness:

04.7.2013 -

Why do you advocate all the time for forgiveness when the research on assertiveness shows that it is effective in stopping another’s inappropriate behavior? The passivity of forgiveness just does not compare to this. read more

Ask Dr. Forgiveness:

04.2.2013 -

Nietzsche called forgiveness “sublimated revenge.” In other words, forgiveness is an illusion. I wonder if it only exists when we are hurt just a little. read more

Ask Dr. Forgiveness:

03.19.2013 -

I am in the process of reconciling with a close friend. We are trying to forgive each other. I am now scared. Is it normal to feel scared about this? What can I do to get over this fear? read more

Ask Dr. Forgiveness:

03.9.2013 -

What is involved if I start to forgive? I am new at this and it scares me. read more

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