Writing a Letter of Forgiveness (to others)

Writing a letter of forgiveness is a deeply personal and liberating therapeutic exercise.

It is not an act of communication with the person who has hurt us, but a dialogue with ourselves.

This exercise provides us with a safe space to articulate, process and finally release the pain, anger and resentment we have been carrying.

It is a powerful tool to begin the path of forgiveness, understanding that this is, first and foremost, a decision we make for our own healing.

Objective of the Exercise

The main objective of this activity is to help you express your feelings of forgiveness towards others, facilitating an internal process that allows you to release the negative emotions and resentment that keep you attached to a past offense.

Practice Instructions

Step 1: Choose the Person

Think of someone you need to forgive and address the letter to that person.

Step 2: Write with Total Honesty

In the letter, allow yourself to express all your feelings without filters or censorship.

Describe in detail how the situation affected you and, most importantly, verbalize the reason you choose to forgive.

This is not the time to be diplomatic, but to be completely honest with your emotions.

Step 3: Remember You Don't Have to Send It

It is crucial to understand that this letter does not have to be sent. The purpose of this exercise is internal.

The goal is to free yourself from resentment and recognize that forgiveness is a decision that only you can make to heal and move forward.

Final Reflection

Once you have finished writing, take a moment for introspection. Reflect on how you feel after putting your emotions into words.

Ask yourself