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They hurt you. It's a feeling that cuts deep, leaving scars that may never fully heal. The pain of betrayal or mistreatment can linger, haunting your thoughts and emotions.

You hurt 'em back. In the heat of the moment, retaliation may seem like the only option. An eye for an eye, a tooth for a tooth. But does it truly bring solace or resolution?

Or maybe it is the other way around. Perhaps you were the one who caused pain, intentionally or unintentionally. Regret may weigh heavy on your heart, knowing the hurt you inflicted.

Whatever. Regardless of who hurt whom, the cycle of pain and retribution can feel never-ending. It's a tangled web of emotions and actions that can be hard to unravel.

Someday you might find a way to forgive each other. Forgiveness is a powerful tool, capable of breaking the chains of resentment and anger. It's a choice to let go of the past and move forward with a lighter heart.

But it won't be like it used to. Forgiveness doesn't erase the memories or the scars. The relationship may never be the same as it once was, tainted by the pain that was once inflicted.

'Cause that pain never really goes away. The wounds may heal, but the emotional impact can linger. It's a reminder of the fragility of human relationships and the importance of empathy and understanding.

It's a reminder that we are all capable of causing pain and being hurt. It's a humbling realization that can lead to greater compassion and forgiveness towards others.

So, let go of the grudges and the resentment. Choose forgiveness, not for the other person, but for yourself. Free yourself from the burden of carrying around past hurts and embrace the healing power of letting go.

For in forgiveness, there is freedom. Freedom from the chains of the past, freedom to move forward with a heart full of love and understanding. And in that freedom, true healing can begin.