Acknowledging past injustices
Jenna’s apology for her tardiness was an important moment as she acknowledged the injustice of the past and asked for forgiveness. “I regret everything,” she said in a trembling voice. “I should have reached out my hand first.” I looked at her, and I realized the sincerity in her eyes. I said, “I forgive you,” and the words were painful and liberating in equal measure. That was a step towards healing for both of us.
Admitting past wrongs
Dealing with issues from the past
As I prepared to face the lingering pain from our shared past, our conversation turned to the importance of addressing past issues. “We need to talk about what happened,” I said in a strong voice. Jenna nodded, realizing how significant this moment was. “Yes, we need to,” she agreed. There was a lot that needed to be unpacked, but it was necessary in order to move forward. There were a lot of unspoken words in the air between us, waiting to be released.
Dealing with issues from the past
