Mary-Kate Backstrom, the creator of the blog “Mom Babble,” often shares humorous stories about her children. However, one night, her daughter taught her a valuable lesson on forgiveness that touched her heart deeply.
“Mom Babble” is where Backstrom discusses a wide range of topics through the lens of motherhood, capturing the ups and downs of parenting. The tagline, “making sense of the nonsense,” took on a new meaning after her daughter’s wise words on forgiveness.
Holland’s Wise Words
One challenging bedtime routine led to a profound moment between Backstrom and her daughter, Holland. After a moment of frustration, Holland declared, “I forgive you,” teaching her mother a powerful lesson about letting go of anger and finding peace.
The Struggles of Forgiveness
Forgiveness is often seen as a simple concept, but in practice, it can be complex and challenging. It involves releasing resentment and finding peace within oneself, rather than excusing the offender’s behavior. True forgiveness is empowering and healing, leading to a sense of liberation for the forgiver.
The Viral Post
Holland’s words on forgiveness struck a chord with thousands online, highlighting the innocence and wisdom of children. Backstrom’s viral post reminds us of the profound truths that can come from simple moments of reflection and forgiveness, teaching us valuable lessons on how to navigate conflict and move forward with grace.
Sources
- Mary-Kate Backstrom: mombabble.com
- Mary-Kate Backstrom: Facebook
- UC Berkeley’s GGSC: What Is Forgiveness?
- Rubin Khoddam Ph.D.: The Psychology of Forgiveness
- Annie Reneau: A 3-year-old gave her mom a 25-word master class on what forgiveness really means
