Forgiveness does not require restoring the same closeness. You can release resentment and keep the distance you need now.
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Quotes about Forgiveness
Thinking about forgiveness, accountability and the difference between releasing resentment and restoring a relationship.
Remembering an offense does not require keeping the fight active. You can set a boundary, learn from what happened, and stop arguing over the same offense every day.
Forgiveness does not change what happened or remove its consequences. It can help you decide which boundary to keep and how you want to act from now on.
Forgiving someone does not require restarting the relationship. You can stop feeding the conflict while keeping the distance you need.
Before returning an offense, try to understand what happened. Understanding does not excuse the harm, but it can keep you from repeating it.