I thought we would never talk again: From estrangement to reconciliation

Author: Laura Davis
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Publish Date: 2003-03-01
Features: When one door closes, another opens, but we often linger for too long regretting the closed door without seeing the one that has been opened for us. Mature people need to accept the existence of imperfect relationships. Parents and children who harbor grievances, siblings whose bond has broken, friends who were once close but grew distant—if you still whisper in your heart, "I still care about you, let's give it another try," then this book is a gift that adds courage, inspiration, and wisdom to your journey of reconciliation. In this new book, Laura shares many touching stories of reconciliation and provides fundamental methods for resolving conflicts. She particularly distinguishes between reconciliation and forgiveness, teaching people how to reconcile without being burdened by past wounds. She clarifies the qualities of reconciliation, which include: maturity, insight, determination, courage, communication, and empathy. To help readers assess their readiness, she provides a self-assessment titled "Are You Ready?" and "Reflection and Discussion."