Do I practice forgiveness in leadership?

A reflection on grace as a leadership value.

“To err is human; to forgive, divine.” – Alexander Pope

Context and Insight

Teams make mistakes. Leaders who hold grudges poison culture. Forgiveness restores trust and accelerates recovery.

Why This Matters for Servant Leadership

Servant leaders create environments where growth outweighs punishment, fostering resilience and innovation.

Personal Application

  • Reflect on someone you’ve withheld forgiveness from and choose to let go.
  • Communicate forgiveness directly to someone who needs it.
  • Model grace by focusing on solutions, not blame.

Invitation

Release one lingering resentment today.

  • Grace
  • Conflict Resolution
  • Trust

For more questions like this, explore  The Reflective Leader.