Unforgiveness Hook Metaphor
Forgiveness is an often misunderstood concept in therapy. This Unforgiveness Hook Metaphor is a striking representation of the consequences of remaining in a state of 'unforgiveness'.
Description
Forgiveness is an often misunderstood concept in psychotherapy, which is a shame because there is a fantastic literature on helping clients to forgive. The Unforgiveness Hook Metaphor is an illustrated information sheet based upon a metaphor originally suggested by Steven Hayes. The message is that holding on to anger maintains a link between the hurter and the hurtee which can be damaging.References
- Enright, R. D., Fitzgibbons, R. P. (2000). Helping clients forgive: An empirical guide for resolving anger. New York: American Psychological Association.