The Danger of Proactive Empathy in Relationships

Empathy in a relationship can be dangerous if it leads to proactive forgiveness and constantly letting the other person back into your life. The danger lies in continuously excusing their behavior, attributing it to their past or their genes. While these justifications may be true, using them as a basis for forgiveness and romantic involvement is a non sequitur. Continuously forgiving and letting someone back in without limits can result in the destruction of your life. It is important to recognize when you cannot trust them with your heart and time.