How literature can inspire us to forgive
October 13, 2026
October 13, 2026
COLUMBUS, Ohio, Oct. 13 -- Ohio State University posted the following news:
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How literature can inspire us to forgive
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A story that places us inside the mind of a character who is remorseful about causing harm can inspire forgiveness for that fictional bad act, a new study finds.
But the literary benefits to a reader's well-being don't stop there, according to the results: For those of us holding a grudge against so . . .
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How literature can inspire us to forgive
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A story that places us inside the mind of a character who is remorseful about causing harm can inspire forgiveness for that fictional bad act, a new study finds.
But the literary benefits to a reader's well-being don't stop there, according to the results: For those of us holding a grudge against so . . .