"Forgiveness encompasses motivations to do good, thoughts that do not condemn the offending person, softer emotions, and, as far as possible, cooperative behaviors toward that person."
"For most people, the emotions of forgiveness emerge after the cognitive work has commenced and progressed. It is easier for people to do the cognitive work than the emotional work because we are more in control of what we think than of what we feel."
"Seeing the other person's wounds can engender sympathy for this person. Sympathy is a feeling of concern or sadness directed at people because of their pain and suffering."
Forgiveness is a moral virtue that includes motivations to do good, non-condemning thoughts, softer emotions, and cooperative behaviors toward offenders. Emotions of forgiveness typically emerge after cognitive efforts begin. It is easier to change thoughts than feelings, so starting with a broader perspective of the offender's life can foster sympathy. This sympathy can help reduce resentment, which, if prolonged, may lead to fatigue, sadness, anxiety, or depression. Understanding the offender's struggles can facilitate the emotional process of forgiveness.
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