This book will explore what forgiveness is, and why its practice has been esteemed through the ages. It explores why it's crucial to us today, and how each of us can adopt the wisdom of forgiveness to enrich our own and others' lives, and help our world. It will also give you the power to step back from emotions like hurt and blame, and show you how learning to forgive will nourish your self-esteem and well-being. Ultimately you will see that making forgiveness and compassion a part of your day-to-day existence will heal not only your own life, but help to heal the wider community.