3 Questions
What is the importance of taking responsibility for one's emotions when coping with a need for revenge?
By taking responsibility for one's emotions, it allows the person to realize that by having a need to hurt somebody, they are hurting themselves twice physically and emotionally.
What organization did Bud Welch become associated with after losing his daughter in the Oklahoma City bombing?
Murder Victims' Families for Reconciliation.
Did Bud Welch believe that the execution of Timothy McVeigh would bring closure to the families of the Oklahoma City bombing victims?
No, he strongly opposed the execution of Timothy McVeigh and warned that his execution would not bring anyone true peace of mind.
Study Notes
Coping with the Need for Revenge
- Taking responsibility for emotions is the first step in coping with the need for revenge.
- Coping mechanisms include trying to create change in society or actively trying to make changes without upsetting oneself.
- Murder Victims' Families for Reconciliation is a group that helps families cope with the loss of slain loved ones.
- Some families are still searching for closure after the execution of Timothy McVeigh.
- Victim offender reconciliation programs allow criminals to pay for their crimes while having the chance to earn the forgiveness of their victims.
- The pilot who dropped the bomb that killed Ali Abbas' parents has never been identified publicly or faced any criminal charges.
- A victim offender reconciliation program could help Ali deal with his need for vengeance.
- Timing is a critical factor for the success of a victim offender reconciliation program.
- Ali probably needs an acknowledgement of the wrongs done to him and a chance to respond.
- Ali is currently under the care of his uncle and living in a suburb of London.
- Ali is looking forward to returning home to Iraq as he undergoes occupational therapy and gets used to his new limbs.
- The hope is that someday Ali's new limbs won't remind him of his desire for revenge.
Can Forgiveness Triumph Over Tragedy? Take this quiz to explore the incredible story of Bud Welch and how he overcame his anger and sought forgiveness after losing his daughter in the Oklahoma City bombing. Test your knowledge and discover the power of forgiveness and compassion in the face of unimaginable tragedy.
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