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# Forgiveness and renewed access are different...
> Forgiveness and renewed access are different decisions. A person may release the wish to retaliate while still requiring distance, changed conduct, or a long record of repair before rebuilding trust.
**Source:** [[livestreams/Leaving Toxic Dynamics Without Losing Compassion - Workbook|Leaving Toxic Dynamics Without Losing Compassion]]
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“Forgiveness and renewed access are different decisions. A person may release the wish to retaliate while still requiring distance, changed conduct, or a long record of repair before rebuilding trust.”
— Bryant McGill
https://bryantmcgill.com/quotes/quotes-forgiveness-renewed-access-before-rebuilding-trust
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