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    All Forgiveness is Self Forgiveness

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    Sean FargoPublished February 10, 2016 · Updated October 21, 2026 · 1 min read

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    In this video from Awakening Joy, Frank Ostaseski speaks about forgiveness. His premise, which gives the talk its title, is that all forgiveness is ultimately self-forgiveness.

    Credit: Frank Ostaseski, Founder, Metta Institute

    Frank Ostaseski is a Buddhist teacher, international lecturer, and a leading voice in contemplative end-of-life care. He founded the Metta Institute and is the author of The Five Invitations: Discovering What Death Can Teach Us About Living Fully.

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