Forgiveness is one of the most powerful and misunderstood human experiences. It’s often portrayed as a moral obligation, a spiritual badge of honour, or the “right” way to heal. But the truth is more complicated. Forgiveness can be liberating, but it can also feel impossible, inappropriate, or even unsafe. I remember once being deeply hurt by someone I trusted. It wasn’t something small like forgetting my birthday, (Although that does hurt) it was a betrayal that shook me to