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The Findhorn Book of Forgiveness

Published by the Findhorn Press in September 2003 £5-95

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The Findhorn Book of Forgiveness

The The Findhorn Book of Forgiveness is a valuable tool for those who sincerely seek peace in their lives. It gives a clear framework for understanding the true nature of forgiveness, as well as discussing the implications for us when we do aspire to that path.

The book outlines simple practical steps and techniques we can use to help us in our efforts to learn and practice forgiveness with ourselves and others in our daily lives. Illustrative case histories and stories of forgiveness and healing are also included.

Though the underlying philosophy is inspired by A Course in Miracles® this book is applicable to us all, and is readily understandable by those not familiar with the Course.

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The Findhorn Book of
Forgiveness
By Michael Dawson


AN INSPIRATIONAL BOOK THAT CLEARLY SETS OUT THE STEPS REQUIRED TO FORGIVE AND HEAL YOURSELF

ìForgiveness asks us to stop pointing our finger at the people and events in the world as the cause of our pain, and turn instead to the unforgiven thoughts in our own minds. Here we can create change, which will lead to an ever-increasing sense of inner peaceî - Michael Dawson

From beginning to end this book takes you on a rollercoaster journey of forgiveness. Using practical steps and techniques, you are accompanied along the way by case studies of others and the obvious unconditional love and acceptance of the author, Michael Dawson. At times challenging, at times amusing, this little book packs a powerful punch. Its handy size makes it ideal to keep close at hand, to dip into when lifeís going gets rough. Using practical steps and techniques, Michaelís work provides a pathway to something we all seek: inner peace.

Michael says that in every situation where we lose our peace, we have found a reflection of what is unhealed within us, what we have not forgiven ourselves for. He explains how our world is a reflection of our consciousness - life constantly reflecting back what is in our minds. So rather than getting upset when things arenít going the way we would like, he suggests we pause and use his techniques to draw our attention to what is going on inside. The Findhorn Book of Forgiveness presents readers with the opportunity to go within and claim responsibility for their own peace.

Michael Dawsonís inspiration for this book comes from A Course in Miracles, which he discovered whilst visiting the Findhorn Foundation in 1982. He became a member of the Foundation for about six years and involved himself with healing and teaching. He still lives nearby and now gives workshops on the Course worldwide. He is the author of Healing the Cause: A Path to Forgiveness, also by Findhorn Press.

Michael Dawson is available for interviews / appearances. To arrange please contact Elaine Harrison at Findhorn Press on tel: (+0044) 1309 690582, or e-mail: elaine@findhornpress.com


CONTENTS



1. Introduction
Forgiveness of Ourselves or Others?
Forgiveness Exercise
Summary

2. The Egoís World
Guilt and Denial
Projection
A Story of Forgiveness
Forgiveness and World Events
Forgiveness and Sickness
Introduction to the Ladder of Forgiveness
Self-Forgiveness Exercise (T1a)
Summary

3. The Ladder of Forgiveness - the First Rungs
Forgiveness is Unwarranted
Forgiving our ëEnemiesí
False Forgiveness
Summary

4. The Ladder of Forgiveness - the Last Rungs
True Forgiveness
The AAA Approach to Forgiveness
- Awareness
- Exercise in Awareness
- Acceptance
- Exercise in Accepting Others
- Refusal (poem)
- Asking for Help
AAA Forgiveness Exercise
Call for Love
Nothing to Forgive
The Fruits of Forgiveness
Daily Practice
Summary

5. Helping Others to Forgive
Working with Others
Summary of Some Techniques with Case Histories
- Initial Prayer
- Visualisation
- Tracking Back
- Spontaneous Inner Journey
- Asking for Help
- Guided Journey
- Role Reversal
- Inner Guide
- Dealing with Resistance
Summary

Epilogue

Appendices
Reference Notation System for A Course in Miracles
Recommended Books and Tapes on Forgiveness
A Course in Miracles and Forgiveness
Exercise in Forgiving Others (T2a)
Exercise in Changing Our Perceptions (T3a)
Exercise in Uniting with Another (for 2 people) (T4b)