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We seldom can really forget. In light of the remembered offense we make a decision that we won't hold that offense against the other. This is forgiveness. It is a decision not to hold an offense over another's head anymore, ever. Forgiveness requires remembering, and forgiving involves a choice to refusing to entertain the memory when it pops up.

I am an introvert. However, my two "jobs" or "professions" have forced me out of myself - teaching and being a pastor. This is important if an introvert is to serve and care about others, which to me is important for all human beings. I have learned that introverted people can love others as much as extroverted people can. Extroverted people tend to love being around people, they draw energy from it, and tend to migrate to where people are. Loving being around people and loving people are not the same however, so the extrovert has his own challenges. An introvert tends to draw energy from solitude. He tends to retreat from the crowd. There are advantages and disadvantages to each. For introverts like me the challenge is to be able to get out of yourself and force your care and attention on other people. Practice, and practice only, does the trick. And yes, I am OK with being an introvert.

   

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