To err is human

“To err is human; to forgive, divine” is a well-known quotation from an essay written in 1709 by Alexander Pope. How many times have we heard this, but do we really take it to heart? No one is perfect, everyone makes mistakes; doing what we think is best at the time, making a decision in haste not thinking about the repercussions, or simply speaking without thought or consideration for the other person. We are all guilty at one time or another of small indiscretions, but this is part of what makes us human. Realising we've made a mistake and owning up to it, making amends where possible takes guts and maturity enabling one to move forward. Holding onto old wounds, anger or bitter feelings ultimately only causes damage, and is an unhealthy negative cycle. By letting go and forgiving, you in fact release yourself from that burden. I have the habit of speaking the truth; it’s in my nature. If I can’t say the truth, I would rather not speak at all, and sometimes this is not received well, so if I have offended someone by being brutally honest and truthful, I apologise. A new day can be a fresh start – it’s never too late to turn a page and begin anew. Life is not simple, relationships are often complicated, and the road on which we travel can be a bumpy unpredictable ride especially when suffering chronic disease. I wish you all good health.