Forgiveness Solution

Dr. Friedman believes that at the root of almost all emotional distress is unreleased anger and resentment - toward others, ourselves, our circumstances, God, anyone or everyone. The forgiveness solution is a seven step process whereby we are released from these feelings - and not just the thoughts that go with them - by giving up the beliefs that generate these emotions, shifting our perceptions, genuinely choosing and deciding to forgive. The next step is developing positive, compassionate feelings toward what we previously perceived as hurtful, then finding within us the capacity to feel an authentic sense of peace and contentment when thinking about the person or situation we previously perceived as hurting or harming us, giving up the desire for retribution, punishment, or harm, and, finally, interpreting - and then realizing - these experiences as opportunities for profound personal and spiritual growth. Providing a whole-body prescription, Dr. Friedman draws from "A Course in Miracles", cognitive behavioral therapy, body-centred therapies, psycho-spiritual therapy, attitudinal healing, and energy work.