The phrase “forgive and forget” is a common slogan and recommendation. But does it make sense for trauma survivors? While researching for my book, You Don’t Need to Forgive: Trauma Recovery on Your ...

We’ve long been told that healing means to “forgive and forget.” But what if that isn’t what God asks of us at all? This ...

The often-cited phrase “forgive and forget” is both common and problematic. It’s frequently used to persuade or pressure people into forgiving those who have wronged them. However, the idea that ...

Many people 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 ...