There was a time in my life when I believed forgiveness was something we gave to people who deserved it. If someone hurt me, betrayed my trust, or caused me deep emotional pain, I couldn't imagine forgiving them. In my mind, forgiveness felt like letting them off the hook. Then one conversation changed the way I would see forgiveness forever.

For those who may not be familiar with this concept, a spoiled child is a child who expects all of their desires to be fulfilled immediately. They have difficulty tolerating contradiction, often see themselves as the center of the family dynamic, and struggle to cope with frustration. When they do not get what they want, they may attempt to impose their will through tantrums, demands, or various forms of manipulation.