1. The degree of damage to self-esteem: Minor injuries may be forgiven within a few days to a week; Moderate injuries may take several weeks to months; Serious injuries may take longer and may even be unforgivable.
2. Sincerity in communication and apology: If effective communication can be carried out immediately after the injury, and the apology is sincere and specific, it can help shorten the time for forgiveness. On the contrary, if there is a lack of communication or if the apology is not sincere enough, the time for forgiveness will be extended.
3. Relationship foundation and personality: Both parties with a stable relationship, mutual trust, and tolerant personality usually forgive quickly. On the contrary, in situations of fragile relationships, lack of trust, or sensitive and suspicious personalities, forgiveness may take longer and even require external intervention.