Why can't we just forgive...?

Depends on what it is.

Praying helps.

When we are deeply hurt, it is a wound to our heart. Some people seem to think you should just heal instantly simply because they say, "I am sorry". A physical injury takes time to heal and sometimes hurts worse during the healing process.

Emotional injuries take longer. Have patience with yourself and pray for God's help. In time, you will be able to forgive.

Well, the thing about fights or arguments is that we think that we are right. But, somebody has to be wrong. Our brains don't won't us to think that we were wrong. But when you realize that you definantly are wrong and that there is no way to defend your case then we have to appologize. It is sorta embarressing to be wrong after making such a fuss about something!

Sometimes apologizing isn't going to take everything away, it takes time. You don't just kill someone and tell their friends that you're sorry. It's more than that.

depends on what it was, what the intentions were, and the circumstances. If it involves a betrayal, very hard to forgive and forget....

not for mE!