"What if I still can't forgive? It's okay if you aren't ready to forgive someone; just take some time to think about it. If you decide you are ready, but you're having trouble working through the steps, you can also try these suggestions:

Talk about the situation with people you trust. An outsider's perspective can help shed new light on things.

Write down your thoughts and emotions. They can become clearer once they're on paper.

Speak to a professional. If your experience is particularly hard or complicated, it can be really useful to talk to an expert, such as a counsellor.

Forgiveness isn't always an easy process, and it's understandable...