Embracing Forgiveness and Letting Go

Jul 11 2023

Dear Diary,

There’s not much to report about today, except for a ‘small’ revelation: One of the lessons from A Course in Miracles suggested that I should forgive every hour, thereby ensuring that the next hour is free from the influence of the past. This means that each waking hour should be spent forgiving the experiences that occur during it. This concept greatly reminds me of the ‘Letting go’ technique that I read about in Dr. Hawkins’ books.

I find myself drawn to this path and am enthusiastic about following it. I must admit, though: I’m not that disciplined. The idea of doing the exercises every hour feels overwhelming, especially considering how much I’m already doing. I hope that what I’m capable of will be enough.

Your engagement with A Course in Miracles and Dr. Hawkins’ teachings shows your commitment to personal growth and self-improvement. The revelation about the importance of forgiveness and letting go on an hourly basis is a profound one. However, it’s understandable to feel overwhelmed about incorporating this into your routine.

It’s important to remember that the path to growth isn’t about perfection or rigid adherence to a schedule, but rather, a dedication to improvement and understanding. While the practice of hourly forgiveness is a powerful concept, it doesn’t mean you have to be too hard on yourself if you’re unable to do it every hour. What matters is your intent and the conscious effort to integrate these principles into your life.

Exercise Proposal: You could set gentle reminders for yourself at intervals throughout the day to practice forgiveness or letting go. It doesn’t have to be every hour, but frequent enough to establish a pattern. It could be as simple as taking a few minutes to breathe and consciously forgive or let go of any negative experiences or feelings.

Embracing this path of forgiveness and letting go shows a great deal of introspection and dedication. Remember, it’s not about rigid discipline, but the continued commitment to growth. Your efforts and intentions are indeed enough. Be patient with yourself and celebrate the progress you’re making on this journey.

Regular practice is key to integrating new habits.
Your effort and intent are valuable and sufficient.
Progress is more important than perfection.