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1. When the mistake is not serious enough to end a relationship

There are some mistakes, rather offences,that can have serious consequences. But most mistakes aren’t worthy enough to end a relationship. Take your time and think about it. Was your partner a victim of circumstances? Is it the first time that something like that has happened? Evaluate the situation carefully and don’t rush into things. If you think what he or she did was a deviation from the normal and it might not happen again, you definitely need to give the person a second chance.

2. When the partner accepts his mistake

A lot of times, certain mistakes go unnoticed but if your partner owns up to his blunders, it shows that the person is genuinely apologetic. Realising one’s own fault and then accepting it is not an easy task. If a person does that, he or she truly deserves a second chance.

3. When it’s about trust, respect and loyalty

A relationship does not sustain alone on love. There are other elements involved like trust, respect and loyalty. Did your partner’s mistake make you respect him or her less? Or, did it break the trust that both of you share? Think about all these factors carefully. If you believe that the foundation of your relationship is still intact, it’s worth giving him or her a second chance.

4. If your partner’s action speaks louder than words

Instead of just jumping into a conclusion and ending the relationship, just wait and watch for a while. If your partner has promised that he would change and his words are reflected by his actions, take this as a good sign. For example, if you were angry at your partner for lying to you about money but now he no longer does that, what’s the harm in forgiving him for a mistake from which he learnt a lesson?

5. When both want to make the relationship work

A person deserves a second chance when he is genuinely apologetic and really wants to make the relationship work. And when you give a person a second chance, it means you too want the same thing, right?. When both of you have the same objective of a happy and healthy relationship, what could be a more positive sign than this to forgive your partner?

6. Listen to your instinct

When we are in love, we need to have faith in our emotions. Sometimes the world might be against the person who did you wrong but if your instinct says otherwise, you need to listen to that. If required, give your partner the benefit of doubt. In case he hasn’t yet realised the repercussions of his actions, maybe your benevolence and trust might turn him into a new leaf. After all, life is all about a second chance, isn’t it?

TNN/timesofindia.indiatimes.com