The Power of Forgiveness and Letting Go

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I had an enlightening talk with Bree about the importance of forgiveness in healing and moving forward. We discussed the freedom that comes with forgiving those who have hurt you, even if they can’t reciprocate. Bree shared her journey with an abusive mom and how becoming a parent herself opened the door to forgiveness. We explored how forgiveness is an ongoing process, not a one-time event.

Episode Highlights:

[02:14] The weight lifted after forgiving an abusive mom.

[05:20] Did her mom understand the damage she caused?

[06:16] Bree’s mom's excuses for her behavior.

[07:22] Reaching out to my absentee dad for forgiveness.

[08:30] Getting sent away after acting out as a teen.

[10:26] Why do the hurt ones extend forgiveness?

[12:39] Acting out for attention from Bree’s dad.

[14:42] Barely finishing high school amidst the chaos.

[16:02] Moving to Colorado with Bree’s new husband.

[18:30] Having a colicky newborn with no support system.

[20:17] Finding jobs quickly out of necessity.

[22:35] Struggling mentally amidst becoming a new mom.

[24:00] The value of going through hard times together.

[25:39] Recognizing the cycle repeating.

[27:10] The need for continuous forgiveness in marriage.

[29:39] Wanting kids to know the good in their Grandma.

[33:08] Forgiveness is an ongoing process, not one-time event.

[35:12] Be patient in your own forgiveness journey.

[37:40] Still fighting despite the challenges.

[49:21] Take it easy on yourself through the forgiveness process.

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