I Forgive Me : When Self-Forgiveness is Necessary for the Journey of Healing

I Forgive Me: When Self-Forgiveness is Necessary for the Journey of Healing” by Tamika Jamison, formerly Tamika Newhouse, is a transformative workbook inspired by her memoir podcast, “Traces of Mika.” In this poignant exploration of self-forgiveness, Tamika shares her personal journey through life’s challenges, from being a teen mom and young wife to facing the loss of her mother at a tender age.

The book serves as a companion for those navigating the complex terrain of self-forgiveness. Tamika candidly reflects on the unintended consequences of her choices, acknowledging the impact on relationships, work, and aspirations. Through her own experiences, she imparts valuable lessons about the importance of balance and the hardships that come with it.
The workbook is structured as a guided journey, offering a compass for readers to navigate their own paths to self-forgiveness. Tamika emphasizes the power of releasing guilt, toxic energy, anger, and confusion through the process of forgiveness. The narrative encourages readers to confront their past choices, embrace their humanity, and recognize that growth emerges from the soil of past experiences.

The table of contents outlines the steps in this transformative journey:

Tamika’s heartfelt message throughout the workbook is one of love and understanding. She hopes that, as readers engage with the exercises and reflections, they will find the strength to forgive themselves, unburden their hearts, liberate their spirits, and pave the way for personal growth and healing. “I Forgive Me” becomes a guide for embracing the person one is becoming while understanding and accepting the person one used to be.