affirmations for forgivenessIt’s not easy to forgive someone when they have hurt you. When you are feeling hurt and angry (or a whole bunch of other strong emotions), it can be hard to find forgiveness. In this post, I want to dive into 40 affirmations for forgiveness.

While forgiving other people can be difficult, forgiving ourselves can be even more challenging. Shame, guilt, and fear can sabotage our efforts to forgive ourselves.

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Let’s dive into 40 affirmations for forgiveness.

I hope these affirmations help you on your journey of forgiveness. Read through each affirmation and see which ones in particular speak to you and your situation. Some affirmations will resonate with you more than others.

Forgiving others

I am capable of forgiveness.

I understand that forgiveness is a choice.

No one can force me to forgive someone; I must make that choice myself.

I work on being a forgiving person, even when it feels difficult.

I do not hold onto petty grievances.

I know that forgiveness is part of a healthy relationship.

I do not have to forgive someone just because they are family.

I understand that everyone makes mistakes, but I do not have to put up with ongoing mistreatment.

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I understand that sometimes the best course of action is to distance myself from people who are trying to hurt me.

Forgiveness does not mean accepting abusive behaviour. I can forgive someone but still exclude them from my life.

Forgiving others is something I do for myself, so that I can have peace in my life.

I understand that forgiveness can take time, and I grant myself that time.

To forgive is to let go, and letting go helps me move forward.

I am not hard on myself when I can not find forgiveness.

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Forgiving yourself

I am capable of forgiving myself.

I deserve self-forgiveness.

I know that forgiving myself is essential for my peace of mind.

I will not sabotage my life and happiness by refusing to forgive myself.

I understand it can be hard to forgive myself, but I am worth the time and effort required to make this happen.

Forgiving myself is a form of self-love and compassion.

I do not require others’ forgiveness to forgive myself.

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I understand that in some circumstances, I may need to apologise to people to find forgiveness.

I can work on forgiveness while still trying to improve myself and my life.

I do not have to be perfect before I can forgive myself. I understand I am a work in progress.

I understand I need to deal with and process any guilt and shame that will allow me to forgive myself.

I release my past so that I can find forgiveness in the present.

I understand that forgiving myself is important for my future.

If I am having trouble forgiving myself, I will reach out for help from a trained counsellor or therapist.

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Other people forgiving you

Sometimes it will be you seeking forgiveness. When you hurt other people (whether intentional or not), you hope people will be able to find forgiveness.

I am capable of apologising when I have wronged someone.

I do not shy away from offering a heartfelt apology when needed.

I understand that to seek forgiveness, I need to offer a genuine, sincere apology.

I understand that people do not have to forgive me for my actions and behaviours.

I understand that saying the words “I am sorry” may not be enough.

I apologise in person whenever possible. I avoid apologising via text or email.

I do not let my ego get in the way when I know I need to apologise to someone.

I understand that I have to respect someone’s choice if they decide to refuse my apology.

I process my feelings of shame so that I can seek forgiveness from others.

I do not demand that people forgive me.

I respect someone’s decision not to forgive me.

Affirmations for Forgiveness

Can you relate to any of these affirmations?

When you read through them, do any thoughts and feelings jump out at you? Do you struggle to forgive others when they have wronged you? Do you struggle to forgive yourself? Is your lack of self-forgiveness sabotaging your life?

Do your best to forgive others. Work on forgiving yourself. You deserve forgiveness. 

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