Exercise 6 - Part 3
Use the word given in CAPITALS and brackets to form a word that fits in the gap.
Holding onto resentment can be deeply damaging to our mental health, often resulting in prolonged (0) bitterness (BITTER). Psychological research suggests that the act of forgiving is fundamentally a self-directed healing process, rather than a sign of (1) (WEAK). When we refuse to forgive, we experience heightened physiological stress, which can manifest as chronic (2) (COMFORT). Forgiveness does not imply an (3) (APPROVE) of the wrongdoer's actions; rather, it releases the victim from emotional captivity. Cultivating a forgiving attitude requires a high degree of emotional (4) (MATURE). It allows individuals to view conflicts with greater (5) (OBJECT). Therapists emphasize that self-forgiveness is equally crucial, as self-blame can lead to severe (6) (ANXIOUS). Recognizing our own imperfections is a step toward mental (7) (LIBERATE). This emotional shift can lead to more stable and (8) (MEAN) relationships in the future.