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‘radical self-forgiveness’

Insights from Carl Rogers, Gabor Maté, Irvin Yalom, and Leading Feminist Thinkers

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Self-forgiveness is a profound and transformative journey, one that is central to many forms of psychotherapy, especially within humanistic and existential frameworks. These perspectives emphasize the importance of self-compassion, personal responsibility, and authenticity in overcoming guilt and shame, fostering personal growth, and allowing individuals to move forward in life with a greater sense of peace. Here, we explore the concept of self-forgiveness through the wisdom of prominent humanist, existential, and feminist thinkers, highlighting their contributions to understanding and healing from the past.