This is a great question... Sometimes we tend to forget that we learn best from our mistakes. I truly think that's what reminds you of who you really are and stick to those sets of principles and values to which you pay great deal of attention. To answer to the first part of your question, there is no fixed period of time after which you forgive yourself. Even when the people concerned (whom you've hurt, for instance), they have forgiven you. I truly believe that it's something you learn to live with, without trying to be perfect each day. However, at the end of the day it's gone and you have to be grateful for living such things. But the most important key here is to realise what mistakes we made, who has been hurt, and to take responsibility for those acts and their consequences. Second, I think one can differentiate between right action and wrong action when you stick to your true self, reflect on it while having some time alone, or with your family. No one does know better than you what action is right or wrong. And above all, you have to cherish those values and principles, as they are becoming more rare and rare in this generation. To sum up, although it's easier said than done: 1. learn from your mistakes as much as you can, 2. always take responsibility for your own actions and their consequences, 3. spend time alone to have a glimpse into who you are and what are your principles and values that you naturally would like to nurture and cherish.

I love this statement ✨. I am far from being an expert or someone that does know a lot about life but I strongly believe that we can heal in the same environment that made us sick. First, the healing process is random and different for everyone right. We tend to forget that our healing journey might take longer. Sometimes, even when we think that we have already surpassed some uncomfortable emotions or feelings, it turns out that they are still here, although we changed the environment in which we were in. On one hand, I would recommend to face the reality and learn how to accept and overcome those hard feelings. Because life has to keep going after all. On the other hand, I firmly believe that you choose how you change that environment to make it suitable and fulfilling for your own self, and to preserve the best out of it.

@Elena Bagrin Great outcome you just added @Elena Bagrin , we need more scientific output such as this supporting that we can actually heal, it's only a matter of time.

To be honest it's not something you can break down or suppress once for good. The most challenging part is when you feel anxious about a situation and do what you have to do, although it makes you anxious and overthinking. To clarify it, I would say it's a good exercise to jump into new things but of course, by being careful and by keeping the right balance. There are several techniques to calm yourself down, for instance, counting to 5 both while inhaling and exhaling. Also, it can be saying nice and kind thoughts to yourself, this is a great exercise for your mind. We are all trying to do our best, so my advice would be to start being gentle, kind, the best friend you've never had to your own self. Imagine when you were younger, what kind of friend you wanted to have, for instance :)

I am 23 and I would recommend to not get too much involved into relationships or to commitment with people too early. I would recommend to prioritise your own path and lifestyle before choosing to build something with the "right" person. Also, I feel that between 18-23/24, we can still "allow" ourselves to make mistakes since we are still young. This is a valuable advantage but it takes some maturity. Also what they teach us at high school or early at university, is really not comparable to the real world so I would say to the people younger then me to work student jobs, try to work as a waitress or cashier or whatever, just learn and keep moving. Don't stay in your own comfort zone and with your friends you've known since high school or even before. Finally, as the most important advice : spend as much time as you can with your parents, sisters, brothers and family in general. There will be a time where you'll be questioning why you didn't spent more time with your family rather than going out with friends just to seem cool. Family is sacred and deserves so much energy and time.

@William Rossy If one has the chance to live not far away from their family members, I would say try out new activities, try to suggest having a simple walk or going to the restaurant, watch. a movie or whatever. The most important thing is to show up for them no matter how. For instance, I call my parents at least every day for even 5-10 minutes because we don't have the chance to live close by and it doesn't take much honestly. Showing up and showing that we care for them can positively impact and thus, improve family relationships. Small steps every day :)