Forgiveness, truly comes from within. To accept it. You must be willing to do it.
A half hearted attempt doesn't fool many. Barely anyone.
If you say you forgive. Then like a eraser upon a pencil. It must disappear from conversation.
Yes, forgiving and forgetting is different. But have a closeness when addressing forgiveness. Why reheap upon the situation that created friction? By constantly having it mention.
Say it with truth. I forgive you. Then let the guilt sit within that soul.