We shouldn't be surprised when those closest to us engage in unconscious (negative) behavior. They are generally no different from everybody else in the world, no matter how much we may love them. And we're all at varying levels of awakening after all.(Photo: Frank Costanza, from Seinfeld, the Festivus airing of grievances, courtesy of Sony Pictures Television)
When we are surprised, that becomes our own unconsciousness, perpetuating a cycle of--to one degree or another--violence.
The only way to break this cycle is through forgiveness. They truly do not know what they are doing. If the did, they wouldn't do it, because they love you too.
