Forgiving Yourself Takes Time but You Deserve to Heal

Forgiving yourself after trauma can feel impossible, especially when self-blame and guilt take over your thoughts. You may replay the past, wondering what you could have done differently, or feel like healing means you are letting yourself off the hook. But the truth is, self-forgiveness is not about forgetting—it is about freeing yourself from pain that is no longer serving you. Learn how to release self-blame, practice self-compassion, and take small steps toward healing.