Apology and Forgiveness

Today is Rosh Hashanah, the Jewish New Year. L’shana tova! It’s a celebratory day, but it’s also a time for contemplation: a time to consider any harm we’ve caused, apologize, and ask for forgiveness. From a mindfulness perspective, this invitation is always present. In each moment, we know how to look, and see, whether we’re causing harm, remember the consequences of doing that, and back away or, if it’s too late, apologize. It’s easier...