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Just FYI, you don't have to forgive idiots.
I had a better relationship with forgiveness when I started thinking about it being for my benefit.
Being angry at or hating someone is hard, takes mental energy, and is stressful. Letting that go can be a huge relief.
...and there is no reason to forgive someone if doing so would be self-destructive or potentially harmful to you in other ways.
I agree that anger takes energy, but I'm a fan of equanimity without the need for forgiveness.
It is better to forgive and move on than continue to suffer under fools.
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There are plenty of healthy ways to move on without forgiving people.