The saying “forget and forgive” has been popping up everywhere lately.
Why? Apparently, there are news stories saying Japan might be trying to change how it talks about what happened in World War II.
Naturally, the public especially the people in the impacted countries were not pleased.
They strongly objected on their actions, sparking intense debates on local TV and radio.
Many criticized their actions and called for a public apology for such act.
While some advocated a “forget and forgive” approach, I question whether people truly can do so.
Personally, I might be able to forgive, but forgetting is another matter.
In situations like this, it’s much easier to say you’ll let go than to actually do it.
People who can forget and forgive are likely those who were not involved, did not experience the event, or were born after that era without living through its fear, pain, hunger, or torture.
If everything were easily forgotten, history, innovation, and milestones would not exist.
In reality, some things are unforgettable.