Faults Quote by Herbert Benson
“There's something called the physiology of forgiveness. Being unable to forgive other people's faults is harmful to one's health.”
About This Quote
Source Book: The Healing Power of Forgiveness, Herbert Benson, 2003
Forgiving others protects physical health; holding grudges harms the body.
In simple terms: Forgiveness is good for health.
Key Takeaway
Practice forgiveness for wellbeing.
Themes
health
forgiveness
psychology
Mood
reflective
hopeful
Type
psychological
inspirational
When to use this quote
- personal relationships
- clinical therapy
- conflict resolution
Key Concepts
stress reduction
emotional resilience
Questions to Reflect On
- What steps can you take to start forgiving?
- How does holding resentment affect your daily life?
A Different Perspective
Forgiveness may be difficult when harm is severe.
