By now, most of us have been confined to our homes for at least a few weeks. With all of this closeness and the extra tension we’re all feeling, we may have lost our patience with someone close to us. Or, we may have been hurt by the words or actions of another. Whether you were the offender or the person wounded, holding in these feelings can have a big impact on both your emotional and physical well-being. Is it time to forgive?

There is a saying, “Not forgiving is like drinking poison and expecting the other person to get hurt or die.” 

When we are present, we have the opportunity to make real and meaningful connections with others. Certainly, it is important to be present for your friends and family...