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Behavior Quote by Steve Maraboli

“It took me a long time to realize that when someone is not sorry for their behavior, that's their problem, not mine... I'll forgive them anyway, for me. Sometimes forgiveness is loving yourself enough to move on.” quote by Steve Maraboli
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““It took me a long time to realize that when someone is not sorry for their behavior, that's their problem, not mine... I'll forgive them anyway, for me. Sometimes forgiveness is loving yourself enough to move on.””

Steve Maraboli

About This Quote

Forgiveness is framed as self‑care, separating the offender’s responsibility from one’s own healing.

In simple terms: Forgiving for yourself, not for them.

Key Takeaway

Practice self‑compassion through forgiveness.

Themes

self‑care forgiveness boundaries

Mood

calm reflective

Type

personal motivational

When to use this quote

  • relationship conflict
  • personal trauma
  • self‑growth

Key Concepts

psychology emotional health

Questions to Reflect On

  • What boundaries accompany your forgiveness?
  • How does self‑forgiveness differ from excusing?
A Different Perspective

Forgiveness may enable repeated harmful behavior if not paired with boundaries.

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