Trauma and Forgiveness.

Overcoming trauma in all its forms is a hard thing. Feeling traumatized does not mean you do not forgive have not accepted Christ's Atonement. Trauma and forgiveness are two separate human states. One can forgive someone who struck out at them repeatedly. But later, when someone raises a hand to high five, you may find yourself ducking for cover, and confused. As you wonder why you reacted that way, you may remember the cause. Forgiveness aside, it's still hard to allow someone to bring their hand near your face. Please understand the difference between trauma and forgiveness.