Here are five reasons why “forgive and forget” is terrible advice for trauma survivors: 1. Forgetting Is Not Forgiving. Genuine forgiveness requires memory, not its absence.If you have no ...

The ability to forgive but never forget isn’t just a quirky character trait. It’s a testament to the strength, wisdom, and emotional intelligence of those who possess it.

Some believe that if they cannot forget what happened, they can’t forgive. Not so. RELATED: 18 Relationship Experts Share Exactly What It Takes To Rebuild Trust After You've Broken It. 2.