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In any close relationship, there are times where one individual does something that hurts another. These hurts might be minor (like saying something insensitive) or major (like cheating on a partner).

Scientists, religious leaders, and poets all seem to agree on this. Forgiving others can make us happier, healthier, kinder, and more connected. When we’re no longer obsessed with avoiding and getting ...

Isobel* was raped by a neighbor when she was a teen. “It was horrible,” she said. “But it wasn’t just that single period of time; it has had an impact on the rest of my life. I can never forgive that ...

Despite our best intentions to treat romantic partners with respect and kindness, we sometimes slip up and do things that hurt them. We might make a rude comment, show up late for an important event, ...

Being forgiving to yourself and others can protect against stress and the toll it takes on mental health, according to a new study in the Journal of Health Psychology. Researchers looked at the ...

One of the greatest gifts we can experience is the relationship between parents and children. However, for some of us, this relationship is filled with deep wounds of resentment, shame and guilt.

Christians view forgiveness as an offshoot of love -- a gift given freely to those who have hurt you. Of course, forgiving is notoriously difficult. "Everyone says forgiveness is a lovely idea until ...