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Mackenzie Phillips

Forgiveness is not to give the other person peace. Forgiveness is for you. Take that opportunity.

Forgiveness

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Forgiving someone is about freeing yourself from the burden of anger or hurt, rather than making the other person feel better. It’s a chance to improve your own well-being by letting go of negative feelings.

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