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“It is very easy to forgive others their mistakes it takes more grit and gumption to forgive them for having witnessed your own”

John Galsworthy

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When someone makes a mistake, it's often not too hard to forgive them and move on. However, it's much tougher to forgive someone who has seen you mess up. This is because you might feel embarrassed or vulnerable knowing they witnessed your failure. Imagine you made a big mistake at work, and a coworker saw it happen. You might feel uncomfortable around them because they know about your error, and you have to deal with that feeling. Forgiving them for seeing your error requires more strength because it means accepting your own imperfections and being okay with it. In real life, this means learning to be more accepting of yourself and less worried about what others might think when they see your flaws. This ability to forgive and move forward is important for personal growth and healthy relationships.

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Accountability Compassion Empathy Forgiveness Grit Humility Mistakes Self-awareness Self-reflection
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