Forget what hurt you but never forget what it taught you....

Forget what hurt you, but never forget what it taught you. Everything happens for a reason --- good and bad -- and there is a lesson that comes with it. In order to keep a positive outlook on life (and not end up bitter and alone due holding on to anger/hurt/resentment) let go of any of those feelings that came along with the bad times. Simply let it go, and hold onto the lesson it taught you. Did the lesson teach you how strong you really are? Did it teach you independence? Did a person teach you to be grateful NOT to be like them?

  Look at areas in your life where you are holding on to hurt and resentment. Take the steps to let it go and move on with your life. Holding onto hurt and resentment only harms you; the other person goes on with life and isn't affected. With that said, find the lesson in each incident and don't lose the sight of that lesson. Chances are once the lesson is learned, you won't have to deal with a negative similar situation again.