EXCERPT: Forgiveness can have a positive impact on mental health, too, by lowering levels of anxiety, depression and stress. “You lower stress in general because it’s stressful to carry a grudge subconsciously and consciously,” said Yvonne Thomas, Ph.D., a Los Angeles-based psychologist who specializes in life transitions, motivation and self-esteem. “The heaviness can leave you feeling…
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