Some people and situations may not warrant forgiveness, and it’s crucial for our mental health to recognize when that’s the case. Forgiveness has to be built on a foundation of basic humanity,” Boykin said on this week’s episode, drawing her line in the sand. “If we’re talking about people who have done things, have said things or that uphold systems that dehumanize you, I don’t believe that you have any moral obligation to forgive them. In a situation like with the formerly homophobic uncle, “I think it’s a good time to consider forgiveness, you know? We also discussed what a sincere apology looks and sounds like, how forgiving yourself can bring beautiful things into your life, and much more.

Source: Huffington Post January 16, 2025 22:16 UTC