The Deal by Richard Smoley | A Guide to Radical & Complete Forgiveness

In The Deal, Richard Smoley presents a bold, nine-step forgiveness exercise designed to free individuals from long-held grudges and emotional pain. He frames forgiveness not as a self-sacrifice but as the most empowering deal youll ever makefor peace, personal growth, and emotional liberation 

Drawing on spiritual traditions like A Course in Miracles and modern psychology, Smoley warns against the illusion of safety in unforgiveness and shows how releasing resentment opens the way to joy and creativity. The second half of the book addresses common objections in a Q&A style for deeper clarity on the process 

Key Topics Covered:

• A clear and potent nine-step forgiveness framework

• Psychological dynamics of holding on to resentment

• Spiritual insights from multiple traditions (Christian, mystical, psychological)

• Practical application: forgiving others and receiving forgiveness to achieve personal freedom

• Thoughtful Q&A to address challenges like boundaries, guilt, and spiritual integrity 

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