"The stupid neither forgive nor forget; the naive forgive and forget; the wise forgive but do not forget"

This quote by Thomas Szasz speaks with the different methods which people deal with scenarios including hurt or wrong-doing. The "foolish" are those who are unable to forgive and forget, and instead keep grudges and bitterness. The "ignorant" are those who are too relying on and forgiving, and forget the wrong-doing that has been done to them. The "smart" are those who are able to forgive, but do not forget the wrong-doing that has been done to them. This enables them to proceed from the circumstance, while still knowing the hurt that has been triggered. This quote motivates us to strive for wisdom in our relationships, and to be conscious of how we handle hurt and wrong-doing. It is important to be able to forgive, but likewise to bear in mind the hurt that has actually been triggered, so that we can gain from it and grow.