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Emotional Quote by Sheri Rosenthal

“If you have an emotional reaction in the presence of someone, your heart is telling you that you have not resolved your issues with them. In other words, you have not truly forgiven that person. All of this begs the question, how do we forgive?” quote by Sheri Rosenthal
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“If you have an emotional reaction in the presence of someone, your heart is telling you that you have not resolved your issues with them. In other words, you have not truly forgiven that person. All of this begs the question, how do we forgive?”

Sheri Rosenthal

About This Quote

Source Book: The Art of Forgiveness, 2018

Emotional reactions to someone signal unresolved issues; forgiveness requires addressing those feelings.

In simple terms: If you react emotionally, you haven’t truly forgiven.

Key Takeaway

Work through feelings to achieve genuine forgiveness.

Themes

forgiveness emotions relationships personal growth

Mood

empathetic thought‑provoking

Type

advice self‑help

When to use this quote

  • counseling
  • conflict resolution
  • personal reflection
  • spiritual practice

Key Concepts

Unresolved conflict emotional intelligence

Questions to Reflect On

  • What steps can you take to resolve lingering hurt?
  • Can forgiveness exist without understanding?
A Different Perspective

Forgiveness may be impossible without mutual effort.

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