Feels good to be free… You've been going through cycles of self-blame, regret, and constantly replaying mistakes in your mind. You’d love to let go of the guilt, shame, and the heavy weight that drags you down, but you’re stuck. You don’t know what to do. But I’m here to help you. In this article, I will take you through 10 steps to forgive yourself and break free from the chains of self-criticism. Keep reading to discover how you can start your journey toward healing and self-compassion. Read Also: You Need to Forgive Yourself 10 Steps to Forgive Yourself In this section, I'll take you through 10 steps to forgive yourself. 1. Acknowledge the Mistake Acknowledging your mistake is the first step toward self-forgiveness. This means facing what you’ve done head-on, without trying to minimize, ignore, or justify it. For instance, if you missed an important family event because of work, admit to yourself that you made a choice that hurt others. Denying or downplaying the mis