Hello again,
I need some advice here. I am still living at home with my abusive father (though I plan to be out by Sept., to either study away or else live in my own apartment in my home city). He has done a lot of horrendous things to me and other family members. As you might have guessed, I harbour a lot of resentment towards the guy, though I do try my best to not entertain evil thoughts about him, and to not wallow in anger towards him. I know that as a Catholic, my duty is to forgive those who hurt me, but it's very hard to let go of anger for an extended period in time when the one who is hurting you just will not stop. Does anyone have any advice for me? I want to do the right thing by God, and it's hard when such a pitiful example is being set for me.
Rosa
PS: Sorry to lay on my issues on you all like this. I'm looking for good advice, not pity.
I need some advice here. I am still living at home with my abusive father (though I plan to be out by Sept., to either study away or else live in my own apartment in my home city). He has done a lot of horrendous things to me and other family members. As you might have guessed, I harbour a lot of resentment towards the guy, though I do try my best to not entertain evil thoughts about him, and to not wallow in anger towards him. I know that as a Catholic, my duty is to forgive those who hurt me, but it's very hard to let go of anger for an extended period in time when the one who is hurting you just will not stop. Does anyone have any advice for me? I want to do the right thing by God, and it's hard when such a pitiful example is being set for me.
Rosa
PS: Sorry to lay on my issues on you all like this. I'm looking for good advice, not pity.
