From both religious and secular viewpoints, what does it mean to forgive? How does forgiveness differ from reconciliation?  Are there situations where forgiveness might be necessary even if reconciliation isn't possible?

I'm also interested in exploring how different religions (e.g., Christianity, Buddhism, Islam) approach the concepts of forgiveness and reconciliation. Can you provide some examples or teachings from these traditions?

Based on our past conversations, you know I've been struggling with [mention a past issue the user discussed, e.g., a personal conflict]. How can I apply these principles of forgiveness to my own situation? 
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