International Journal of Servant-Leadership
Abstract
I was introduced to the true magnitude of forgiveness through a leadership course at Gonzaga University in the early summer of 2021. The basic definition and meaning of forgiveness was evident. However, understanding the value of forgiveness, as a recipient and giver was a new endeavor. We are introduced to forgiveness as early as preschool. However, to truly understand, recognize and practice forgiveness is a lifelong lesson and journey. Forgiveness is a process. Since this course at Gonzaga University, I have continued to research forgiveness and how it relates to human interaction, our physical and emotional health and how it plays a role on a macrolevel within societies and countries. In addition, I incorporated the ability to forgive within that of a servant-leadership perspective and how learning to forgive others and ourselves defines a true servant-leader where we put those around us before oneself.
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Harlan, Kathryn Acorda
(2022)
"Reaching Servant-Leadership through the Journey of Forgiveness,"
International Journal of Servant-Leadership: Vol. 16, Article 13.
DOI: 10.33972/ijsl.349
Available at:
https://repository.gonzaga.edu/ijsl/vol16/iss1/13
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