Assignment: Forgiveness Definition Paper
What is the definition of forgiveness that you now hold? (include: What is forgiveness? What is it not? Are there unforgiveable acts (why/why not)?).
• Provide support for your opinion (you must reference at least 3 scholarly journal articles, these can be assigned course readings).
• Why has your definition after course?
• Your paper must follow APA guidelines
• Write a 4 - 5 page paper (double spaced)
Some course information:
Forgiveness is Not: Forgetting, Condoning, Excusing, Justifying, Pardoning, Reconciliation
Unforgiveness and Mental Health: Chronic anger, Anxiety, General distress, Guilt, Depression
Unforgiveness and Physical Health: More fatigue, More chronic pain, Higher heart rate, Higher blood pressure, Decreased immune system functioning
Stress Eustress: Good stress, Motivating
Stress Distress: Bad stress, Negative physical reaction, Unforgiveness
How Does Forgiveness Help: Just imagining holding a grudge affects your body, Reduces physiological stress, Re-establishment of social support
Act is unforgivable: The direct victims are dead, The act is absolutely inexcusable, The deed is of such enormity that victims could never be properly compensated, The consequences of the act = enormous harm, The act is of such enormity that resentment of it will forever be justified, The act violates profoundly important moral principles
Format your assignment according to the following formatting requirements:
1. The answer should be typed, double spaced, using Times New Roman font (size 12), with one-inch margins on all sides.
2. The response also includes a cover page containing the title of the assignment, the student's name, the course title, and the date. The cover page is not included in the required page length.
3. Also include a reference page. The Citations and references should follow APA format. The reference page is not included in the required page length.