Pressure to forgive,especially when it is applied by those with more power, may serve to eliminate the hierarchical structures that made the abuse possible in the first place.

Pressure to forgive can come from those with more power, such as religious or political leaders, and can create a dynamic where victims feel obligated to forgive their abusers. This pressure may serve to eliminate the hierarchical structures that allowed the abuse to occur, as forgiveness can be seen as a way to move forward and create a more egalitarian society. However, it is important to note that forgiveness should not be forced or coerced and should always be the choice of the victim.