The thought of forgiving others and ourselves for wounds we've carried for far too long can feel like looking up at a faraway mountain peak: daunting, distant, and insurmountable. Yet climbing to the summit of forgiveness is possible with the proper preparation, guidance, equipment, and companionship - along with a generous supply of grace and patience for the twists, turns, and uphill terrain that lead to the top. Psychologist Douglas Weiss loves to traverse Colorado's Rocky Mountains, but more than that he loves guiding others up the figurative, often rockier trail to places where fresh air and stunning vistas represent the freedom we can experience as we embrace and apply the power of forgiveness. As he gently, lovingly leads you along this difficult but life-changing path, you will explore: strategies for unearthing often deeply buried roots of trauma and abuse; the biblical wisdom and strength that make forgiveness possible; encouragement to walk free from even your most painful wounds; practical exercises that open the way for renewal and restoration... and much more. Filled with insights from the author's own journey, along with richly relatable stories from those he has counseled over four decades, Forgiveness for Everyone is a well-marked trail map for your trek from the shadowy valley of unforgiveness to the blue-sky heights of healing and hope. Your summit awaits - so grab Dr. Weiss' hand and get ready to climb!The thought of forgiving others and ourselves for wounds we've carried for far too long can feel like looking up at a faraway mountain peak: daunting, distant, and insurmountable. Yet climbing to the summit of forgiveness is possible with the proper preparation, guidance, equipment, and companionship - along with a generous supply of grace and patience for the twists, turns, and uphill terrain that lead to the top. Psychologist Douglas Weiss loves to traverse Colorado's Rocky Mountains, but more than that he loves guiding others up the figurative, often rockier trail to places where fresh air and stunning vistas represent the freedom we can experience as we embrace and apply the power of forgiveness. As he gently, lovingly leads you along this difficult but life-changing path, you will explore: strategies for unearthing often deeply buried roots of trauma and abuse; the biblical wisdom and strength that make forgiveness possible; encouragement to walk free from even your most painful wounds; practical exercises that open the way for renewal and restoration... and much more. Filled with insights from the author's own journey, along with richly relatable stories from those he has counseled over four decades, Forgiveness for Everyone is a well-marked trail map for your trek from the shadowy valley of unforgiveness to the blue-sky heights of healing and hope. Your summit awaits - so grab Dr. Weiss' hand and get ready to climb!
