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 for me to write those words than to do the work. And when I don’t, my conscience bothers me. I don’t feel great about my day. Regret creeps in. And I don’t sleep well.  So today I’m going to apologize to some folks, and ask for forgiveness. Please join me?