When is it time to forgive?

Bullying can hurt so much. I still feel scarred and hurt by what happened. Sometimes I have days where I feel really down. Years on, have I forgiven those who hurt me? Yes. It's taken a while but I can now talk to the people who hurt me like they never did hurt me. I don't let them think that I still hold a grudge. Most of the bullying happened when I was very young. And so were the bullies. I like to think that they have grown up and grow out of it. People act foolish when they are young. It might be intentional to hurt you but they can still change their ways. I wouldn't particularily trust any of them too much, but I would still be civil, or even friendly towards them if I see them a lot.

There is a phrase:

''Forget what hurt you in the past, but never forget what it taught you.''

 (Sorry I don't know who said it, so if you know, leave a comment!) This is one of the most important sayings I have ever come across. Learn from your past and move on. There is no point in torturing yourself by holding a grudge; It takes time and energy! Forgive and forget, but remember what you learned.

Talk soon,

Ruth.
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