Altruism and forgiveness as therapeutic agents in psychotherapy
- 1 January 1990
- journal article
- Published by Springer Nature in Journal of Religion and Health
- Vol. 29 (4) , 297-301
- https://doi.org/10.1007/bf00992984
Abstract
This article suggests that a more altruistic or other-directed perspective is as therapeutic for clients as a self-centered orientation which is more often promoted by psychotherapists. It also proposes that forgiveness may be an important therapeutic factor in helping clients deal with anger and resentment. Religious and spiritual teachings (especially those of Christianity), which have been greatly ignored by mental health professionals, are viewed as potentially valuable resources.Keywords
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