The world of forgiveness is about empathetic understanding.

In order to forgive you need not forget, but you must understand. It's important to understand where the act and intent came from. Until you understand you cannot accept. Until you accept you cannot move on. Until you move on you cannot forgive.

So, start with empathy. Put yourself in their position. Then look at yourself long and hard. Is there circumstances you could find yourself in where you could make the same decision(s) or mistake(s). Now step back into your shoes. Given what you experienced, can you hold onto your hostility. More importantly, will your life be improved if you do?

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