I think the first step is to understand that forgiveness does not exonerate the perpetrator. Forgiveness liberates the victim. It's a gift you give yourself.
FORGIVENESS, FORGIVENESS LIBERATES THE VICTIM
Forgiveness says you are given another chance to make a new beginning.
forgiveness, chance, beginning
Forgiveness is indifference. Forgiveness is impossible while love lasts.
FORGIVENESS, FORGIVENESS IS INDIFFERENCE
The first step in forgiveness is the willingness to forgive.
forgiveness, willingness, forgive
When there's that forgiveness present and compassion, it just helps you live so much easier.
FORGIVENESS, PRESENT AND COMPASSION
The heart of a mother is a deep abyss at the bottom of which you will always find forgiveness.
FORGIVENESS, BOTTOM OF WHICH YOU WILL ALWAYS FIND AND FORGET