22 Years Gone Part 2

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Definition from dictionary is not helpful.

for·give·ness
noun
the action or process of forgiving or being forgiven.

From Wikipedia:

Forgiveness is the intentional and voluntary process by which a victim undergoes a change in feelings and attitude regarding an offense, lets go of negative emotions such as resentment and vengeance (however justified it might be), and with an increased ability to wish the offender well. Forgiveness is different from condoning (failing to see the action as wrong and in need of forgiveness), excusing (not holding the offender as responsible for the action), forgetting (removing awareness of the offense from consciousness), pardoning (granted for an acknowledged offense by a representative of society, such as a judge), and reconciliation (restoration of a relationship).

We all talk about forgiveness in some form on this forum but I want to know what each of you believe forgiveness is. I have been having discussions with my D13 about this and it is a central topic at her catholic school. It seems so many people have differing beliefs on what forgiveness is. I would love to have a great conversation here about it.