In Sri Lanka, the challenge to achieve transitional justice lies not in the process alone but also in coming to terms with the ultimate goal. In a post-war context, what is the ideal? As a multi-ethnic society where do we aspire to be? If we do not embrace reconciliation, is the dream to remain as we are now, deeply and destructively divided? For transition to be successful, the people must trust and accept the process. However, a history of systematic discrimination, majoritarianism, and ethnic conflict has resulted in hostilities, prejudice, and diminishing tolerance between communities in Sri Lanka. The way different groups perceive each other (along ethnic/ nationalist lines) has also impacted their perception of the best way forward.