The Gray Area with Sean Illing How do we fix the harm we cause?
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Sep 29, 2022 Rabbi Danya Ruttenberg, a scholar and author, discusses her insights on making amends in today's world. She distinguishes between repentance and forgiveness, emphasizing that genuine apologies require more than just words. Drawing from Jewish teachings, she shares a five-step plan for repairing harm, addressing complexities in accountability, especially within social movements like #MeToo. Ruttenberg's reflections challenge societal norms, advocating for deeper connections and meaningful reparations.
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American Amends
- Americans struggle with making amends due to individualism and capitalism.
- These factors prioritize quick fixes and discourage responsibility, especially across power lines.
Forgiveness vs. Repentance
- Prioritizing forgiveness over repentance places an unfair burden on the harmed person.
- It pressures them to absolve the harm-doer without addressing their needs or prompting change.
Pressured Forgiveness
- Rabbi Ruttenberg shares anecdotes of people pressured to forgive abusers without accountability.
- Examples include pastors advising abused women to return to their husbands.
