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Why forgiveness practices can feel like betrayal

I know I should forgive my ex-husband for cheating but every time I try to practice compassion I feel like I am betraying myself.

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More people experience this than they realize.

What we've seen

Premature forgiveness bypasses the necessary process of honoring legitimate anger and establishing healthy boundaries.

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If this sounds familiar, the Library can help you find the bigger picture.