Being hurt by another person

[Pavlos Maros]

Forgiveness without accountability could also be a contradiction in terms?

If there is no accountability what is there to forgive?

Accountability with the purpose to heal and educate and not condemn or seek revenge, of course.

Forgiveness brings the forgiver peace of mind, body, and soul.

Probably the reason why so many spiritual practices encourage forgiveness.

Tough love and forgiveness aren’t always beneficial, sometimes, they can do more harm than good. Your perspective highlights how tough love approaches often lead to harm rather than healing, which raises serious questions about their legitimacy. Likewise, forgiveness can sometimes pressure people into premature reconciliation or accepting harm without meaningful accountability. These ideas, while often seen as positive, may in some cases function more as social control mechanisms that protect those in power while leaving vulnerable individuals to suffer. These are complex but important issues to consider, especially when well-intended principles end up causing unintended harm.

 

[Pavlos Maros]

Jump back, Pavlos. I didn't say to be harsh.

Love is all about wanting the best for people. Sometimes, showing love means gently steering someone toward the right path.

How you do it matters a lot. It must come from a place of wanting them to grow. Real love makes sure you're kind when you correct someone.

Love needs to be honest and fair. What we do must always bring people closer to love

Harsh can just be words. Therefore my point is made.

 

[Jaebius]

Harsh can just be words. Therefore my point is made.

Not at all. I didn't say, suggest, nor even imply that being harsh is the way to go

 

[Pavlos Maros]

Not at all. I didn't say, suggest, nor even imply that being harsh is the way to go

And I didn't say you did. It's not personal it's a discussion. Wow!

 

[Luce NDs]

The vast void of the MS Understood ... that hasn't a great deal to it! Like some things; muted, blinded and lamed by the apprehension that much went by without being noted! Leaves the comprehension of Black Holes ... the most likely place for prodigal thought ... them trashed and eliminated untouchables!
Pithy ...

The children of God approach their objective ... not a thing to show ... just the poke! Elbows up ... Hoc Quay ... and we are iced and Kohl 'd ...

 

[Jaebius]

And I didn't say you did. It's not personal it's a discussion. Wow!

You replied to my comments, so...

 

[paradox3]

And I didn't say you did. It's not personal it's a discussion. Wow!

The discussion is getting out of hand. Sorry, I usually do a better job of hosting the threads I start. Some of the people who have posted here are on my Ignore list. I look briefly at such posts but try not to engage with them.

Your input has been valuable and I thank you.

 

[Jaebius]

The discussion is getting out of hand. Sorry, I usually do a better job of hosting the threads I start. Some of the people who have posted here are on my Ignore list. I look briefly at such posts but try not to engage with them.

Your input has been valuable and I thank you.

Am sorry if you feel that I've been disruptive. However, I will speak up when I feel someone has tried to put words into my mouth

 

[paradox3]

Hi everyone
I really feel this discussion has run its course. I have requested that the thread be closed to further replies.

Awaiting a decision by the Mods.

 

[Jaebius]

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[WC2Mods]

At the request of the original poster, this thread has been closed.