The power of forgiveness
By 
Claire Musters2023-09-26T09:23:00
Letting go of past hurts can be one of the hardest decisions you ever make. But it’s always worth it, says Claire Musters
The concept of forgiveness is one we know well as Christians but, in recent years, wider society has also been waking up to its potential to improve mental and physical wellbeing. Several studies now reveal that forgiveness reduces anxiety, stress and depression, lowers blood pressure, improves heart health and strengthens the immune system.
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