Forgiveness is about releasing negative energy that can take you hostage. Forgiveness means looking at our judgments and being willing to let them go in exchange for peace of mind. It is not about condoning anyone's behavior. It is not about letting people off the hook for misguided thinking or actions. It is about being present and releasing people and events that cause us mental and emotional upheaval.

- Cynthia James, Associate Minister at the Mile Hi Church of Religious Science in Denver, Colorado

I wish you all lots of peace and happiness this holiday season!