My mother is dying and keeps asking me to forgive my father who abandoned us when I was twelve, but I feel like forgiving him would betray everything I went through.
More people experience this than they realize.
The desire to honor a parent's final wishes conflicts with the authentic process of forgiveness that cannot be rushed or forced.
“Where Are You with Hesed — Hebrew covenantal loving-kindness?”
Peri can explain why this happens, help you decide if this is the right situation for you, and point toward the right journey or coach.
If this sounds familiar, the Library can help you find the bigger picture.