How to Make Amends Between the High Holidays

With the new year comes an opportunity to make amends, and a chance at a new beginning. The days between Rosh Hashana and Yom Kippur are a time of introspection, forgiveness and atonement.

Instructions

Difficulty: Moderate

Things You’ll Need:

• Paper Greeting Cards
• Calendars
• Personal Organizers

1. Reflect on the past year and ask yourself what you could have done differently.
2. Face up to the mistakes you've made and think about why you made them.
3. Resolve conflicts with friends and family. Clear the air of bad feelings by asking forgiveness of others, and let go of any old grudges.
4. Look ahead to the new year and plan a fresh start.

Tips & Warnings

• Don't underestimate the power of a friendly visit, phone call, letter or e-mail message.