The Power of Buzzwords
Buzzwords are a form of mental prompts that empower you to look to yourself for answers and propel you to action in a positive and proactive way. For November, I bring you a buzzword from my book’s Relationship section. After watching Guillermo del Toro’s ‘Frankenstein’—a masterpiece of art, with its gorgeous set design, costumes, cinematography, and outstanding performances, I had to watch it a second time! I was moved by the film’s portrayal of a father-son relationship and their emotional challenges, highlighting the importance of forgiveness and belonging. With this, I share the buzzword, “Forgive Them.”
This month’s buzzword is:
Forgive Them
It is only human for us to have expectations of others; some expectations might seem reasonable, whereas others might be a real stretch. As I continue to learn about my relationships and those of others, I have come to a new understanding that someone may not love me the way I would like, but they are loving me with everything they have. This has helped me realize we are all trying to do the best we can with the life experiences presented to us. For some, these experiences may harden and limit people in certain aspects of their lives; for example, they might feel they are unable to trust someone again or be unable to say “sorry” or “I love you.” We must recognize these limitations, lend a hand when we can, and find forgiveness if someone cannot meet our expectations. “Forgive Them” is a buzzword that can help direct us to be gentle with others and find peace within ourselves.