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Area of Science:

  • Psychology
  • Qualitative Research

Background:

  • Self-forgiveness is a complex psychological process.
  • Understanding the lived experience of self-forgiveness is crucial for mental well-being.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To explore the subjective experience of self-forgiveness.
  • To describe the process of moving from a state of brokenness to reconciliation with oneself.

Main Methods:

  • Phenomenological study design.
  • In-depth interviews with seven participants.
  • Thematic analysis of interview data.

Main Results:

  • Self-forgiveness is conceptualized as a "gift" rather than a goal to be achieved.
  • Participants described a movement from estrangement and "brokenness."
  • A sense of "at-homeness" or inner peace emerged as a key outcome.

Conclusions:

  • Self-forgiveness involves a transformative process of internal reconciliation.
  • The experience is characterized by a shift from alienation to a state of belonging.
  • Findings offer new perspectives on therapeutic interventions for self-acceptance.