Why do I want to forgive him?

Written by Hali Tsotetsi

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Why do I want to forgive him?
Because I have held onto his hurtful words for long enough. Now, it is time to move on.

I forgive him because although I miss him sometimes, I know that my life is better without him in it.

I forgive him because although I still have painful memories about us arguing and his words still sting me, I am choosing to free myself of the pain.

I forgive him because I have set a clear boundary of happiness. I choose happiness, I choose peace and I choose me.

I forgive him because I believe that my better days are  ahead and while the past is present in mind, it is over in reality. 

I forgive him because it is time to finally move on.