People are often more forgiving than you think; people forget. When someone makes a mistake, they remember the times they themselves sought forgiveness. To encourage empathy, simply ask them to reflect on their own experiences: "Haven't you ever made a mistake?" By helping others recognise that everyone makes mistakes, you humanise your error and create a pathway for forgiveness. I think this approach can absolve you of your wrongdoing and prompt others to give you another chance. When you learn to acknowledge and accept your own mistakes, you gain the strength to move forward, and no one can diminish that inner resilience.