Everyone makes mistakes. We’re human. We say things we shouldn’t have said or do things we shouldn’t have done. Remember to forgive those who you feel have wronged you, because chances are that you’re not without fault either. Don’t dwell on the negative.
If you had a long relationship with someone and it didn’t end the way that you would have liked, don’t hold a grudge. When I think about this, it reminds me of a quote by Dr. Seuss, which reads, “Don’t cry because it’s over. Smile because it happened.”
Be grateful for your time with that person, remember the good times, and move on. You can’t change or recreate the past. If regrettable actions were taken or words spoken, forgive them and forgive yourself. Mistakes happen – big and small. Don’t let a couple of mistakes define how you view that person or yourself.