Podcasts about self forgiveness

Are you enough? With all of your flaws and imperfections, with all of your mistakes and misunderstandings, how can you really be enough? As women, many of us have spent years grappling with this concept of being enough, and very often we come up wanting. We don't feel we are pretty enough, skinny enough, compassionate enough, tough enough, strong enough, vulnerable enough, happy enough, etc. You name it, we often don't feel we are enough of it, unless we start to believe we are too much of something: too outspoken, too strong, too vulnerable, too compassionate, too happy, to skinny, etc. So where do we find the place of being content – happy with who we are and the path we're on, while also acknowledging our human imperfections? Thanks for listening!  Want to learn more about this concept?  Check out these podcasts: #33 Forgiving Yourself on Apple on Spotify #34 Self-Compassion on Apple on Spotify #55 Don't Should Yourself on Apple on Spotify #72 Unconditional Self-Love on Apple on Spotify #104 Cultivating Self-Love on Apple on Spotify #105 Self-Love in Our Past, Present, and Future on Apple on Spotify #106 Fierce Self-Love on Apple on Spotify #137 Not Enough? Not True on Apple on Spotify #195 What Are You Sorry For? on Apple on Spotify #217 Self-Respect and Being Wrong on Apple on Spotify #260 Your Lovability and Your Love Ability on Apple on Spotify #305 When We Don't Feel Good Enough on Apple on Spotify #351 Grace, Shame, and Letting Yourself Off the Hook on Apple on Spotify #385 Self-Forgiveness on Apple on Spotify Are you curious about what it would be like to work with me? Here are three options: Group coaching classes are available at tanyahale.com/groupcoaching Talk with Tanya is a free monthly webinar where you can ask me anything and we can have a great discussion.  You can sign up for that at tanyahale.com/groupcoaching Interested in one-on-one coaching and a free 90-minute coaching/consult with me?  Access my calendar at: https://tanyahalecalendar.as.me/

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Can anyone truly succeed alone? We explore how role models, mentors, and strong social support make upward mobility far more possible than grit alone.Summary: What role do the people around us play in shaping our success? Brothers Danny and Gilbert Murillo share how education, mentorship, and their evolving relationship helped them overcome incarceration and systemic barriers to build lives of purpose. Then, Social Mobility Lab founder Bob McKinnon explains why success is never a solo journey and how recognizing our own "dream team" can expand what's possible for ourselves and others.How To Do This Practice:  Reflect on your journey: Think about where you are today and the moments that shaped your path. Consider both the opportunities you had and the challenges you overcame. Identify your dream team: Write down the people who have encouraged, protected, guided, or inspired you throughout your life. They might be family members, teachers, friends, mentors, coaches, or colleagues. Recognize their impact: For each person, note one way they helped you grow or see new possibilities. Notice how your achievements are connected not only to your own efforts, but also to the support you received. Look ahead with intention: Ask yourself what kind of support you need right now. Is there someone you could learn from, ask for advice, or build a stronger relationship with as you work toward your next goal? Move forward with self-compassion: As you pursue your goals, remember that success and setbacks are never yours alone. Focus on what you can control, ask for help when you need it, and offer yourself the same grace you'd extend to someone you care about. Scroll down for a transcription of this episode.DANNY MURILLO is the co-founder of Underground Scholars, a program that creates pathways to higher education for incarcerated, formerly incarcerated, and system-impacted people. Learn more about Danny here: https://undergroundscholars.berkeley.edu/membersGILBERT MURILLO is a policy advocate and researcher who draws on his own  experience with incarceration to reform California's criminal justice system.Learn more about Gilbert here: https://capolicylab.org/staff/gilbert-murillo/BOB MCKINNON is an author, teacher, and Director of the Social Mobility Lab at the Colin Powell School for Civic and Global Leadership at The City College of New YorkLearn more about Bob here: https://greatergood.berkeley.edu/profile/bob_mckinnonRelated Science of Happiness episodes:Why Compassion Requires Vulnerability: https://tinyurl.com/mrxsad33Related Happiness Break episodes:A Science-Backed Path to Self-Forgiveness: https://tinyurl.com/2js59anmMessage us or leave a comment on Instagram @scienceofhappinesspod. E-mail us at happinesspod@berkeley.edu or use the hashtag #happinesspod.Help us share The Science of Happiness! Leave us a 5-star review on Apple Podcasts or share this link with someone who might like the show: https://tinyurl.com/2p9h5aapTranscription: https://tinyurl.com/3j352txy

She held two things dear: the privilege of making mistakes, and the right to be a “damn fool”.This episode is a re-air of a conversation between host Elizabeth Mintun and her mother, Margy, who died in January of 2025. They set out to talk about compassionate accountability; how to live aligned with our values without turning that alignment into one more way to fall short. What Margy offers is something roomier. She describes the constriction of inherited shoulds, the moment she saw that her own parameters had shrunk her possibility of living fully, and the slow work of learning her mistakes could be pardoned. It's a short conversation, and a plainspoken one. It may be helpful for anyone carrying a should that was handed to them and would like to feel more grace and love towards themselves. Key takeaways:Shoulds are inherited, usually from people trying sincerely to give us direction - and it's adult work to ask of each one whether we actually embrace it.Rigid parameters of right and wrong don't tend to protect a life; they often shrink it.Mistakes aren't the failure of growth, they're the mechanism of it.Self-forgiveness and forgiving others are the same capacity, practiced in two directions.ResourcesFree Guided Meditation: https://thecalmingground.com/free-guided-meditationQuestions or reflections from this episode? Email Elizabeth at elizabethmintun@thecalmingground.comWant to go deeper in your own practice? Learn more about 1:1 coaching with Elizabeth Mintun here Find Elizabeth on Facebook & IG @thecalminggroundSubscribe to The Calming Ground Podcast so you never miss an episode. If you loved this conversation, please share it with a friend

Stop blaming your younger self for the boundaries you didn't know how to set. In this Part 1 episode of Living Content, we unpack the shame so many of us carry for the silence that once kept us safe, and why that silence was never a character flaw, but a survival skill.This is a self-forgiveness and boundary-healing conversation for anyone doing the inner work of self-leadership: reconnecting with your younger self, separating your worth from your history of self-advocacy, and learning what it really takes to say no with confidence today.Inside this episode:- Why your past silence wasn't a choice - it was a lack of options- A practical framework for apologizing to yourself, not just othersIf you're on a healing journey around boundaries, self-worth, and reclaiming your voice, this one's for you.Connect with Lerato: @oleratowrites#SelfForgiveness #BoundariesHealing #InnerChildHealing #SelfLeadership #LivingContentPodcast

Self-Forgiveness Meditation The WISDOM podcast  Season 5  Episode 165 ~ Your journey into self-forgiveness begins here.     We meet each Saturday inside the Juno app. for guided practice. I recently featured this Self-Forgiveness for our practice as we rounded out a Week of teachings, meditations, and beautiful resources all to encourage Forgiveness & Freedom.   ~   + Join us inside The JUNO app for: 

Hello, Beautiful...I'm so grateful you're here with me. You don't have to carry the weight of who you used to be into tonight. This 3 hour sleep meditation gently guides you through self-forgiveness, helping you release regret, quiet self-criticism, and relax your mind and body for deep, restorative sleep. Perfect for emotional healing, letting go of the past, reducing anxiety, overcoming guilt, and falling asleep peacefully. Love,

Hello Beautiful, I'm so grateful you're here with me. Shame loses its power when it is met with compassion, understanding, and acceptance. This healing affirmation meditation helps create space for self-forgiveness, emotional freedom, and a deeper connection to your inherent worth. Perfect for emotional healing, self-love, self-worth, mindfulness, and personal growth. Love,

TV presenter Sam Thompson opens up about his late-stage ADHD diagnosis and the profound relief of finally finding a reason, not an excuse, for a lifetime of struggling. Sam shares the emotional reckoning of his diagnosis, recalling the moment he wept uncontrollably as the weight of self-blame, school struggles, and feeling "not enough" finally lifted.He shares the practical, everyday tools that keep him grounded, how ADHD-specific therapy transformed his relationship, and why learning how your brain is wired is the first step to self-forgiveness. It's a completely honest, shame-free look at accepting who you are and realizing you were never broken.This episode covers the following themes: Late-Diagnosis ADHD, Self-Forgiveness, Neurodiversity, Relationship Dynamics, and Practical Coping Tools.Sam Thompson's new book You, Me & ADHD is available to purchase now: https://amzn.eu/d/04E9CMcgAG1

Neuroscience reveals revenge can become a powerful habit—and that forgiveness may be one of the most effective ways to break the cycle.Summary: After years of bullying led him to almost committing an act of violence, James Kimmel Jr., an assistant clinical professor at the Yale School of Medicine, set out to understand why revenge can be so compelling—and how forgiveness can interrupt that cycle, easing emotional pain and strengthening self-control. On this episode of The Science of Happiness, we explore what science can teach us about healing ourselves and creating a less violent world.How To Do This Practice:  Think of a Grievance: Bring to mind a person or situation that still causes you hurt or resentment. Notice How It Feels: Take a moment to observe any tension, anger, or pain that arises without judging it. Imagine Forgiveness: Without forcing yourself to forgive, simply imagine what it would feel like to let go of the hurt. Notice the Shift: Pay attention to any sense of relief, ease, or softening—even if it's subtle. Return to the Feeling: When the grievance comes back, revisit that imagined sense of forgiveness as a way of caring for yourself. Practice Often: Repeat this exercise whenever resentment resurfaces, allowing forgiveness to become a habit that supports your own healing. Scroll down for a transcription of this episode.JAMES KIMMEL JR. is a lawyer, lecturer in psychiatry at the Yale School of Medicine, and co-founder and co-director of the Yale Collaborative for Motive Control Studies.Learn more about James Kimmel Jr. here: https://www.jameskimmeljr.com/Related Science of Happiness episodes:Why Compassion Requires Vulnerability: https://tinyurl.com/mrxsad33Nine Steps to Forgiveness: https://tinyurl.com/5xwztnsxThe Science of Letting Go: https://tinyurl.com/ykc2uex4Related Happiness Break episodes:A Science-Backed Path to Self-Forgiveness: https://tinyurl.com/2js59anmA Note to Self on Forgiveness: https://tinyurl.com/ycymxh3hA Breathing Technique To Help You Relax: https://tinyurl.com/59y4sf5yThis episode was supported by a generous grant from the Templeton World Charity Foundation as part of a Greater Good Science Center project on "Putting the Science of Forgiveness into Practice."Message us or leave a comment on Instagram @scienceofhappinesspod. E-mail us at happinesspod@berkeley.edu or use the hashtag #happinesspod.Help us share The Science of Happiness! Leave us a 5-star review on Apple Podcasts or share this link with someone who might like the show: https://tinyurl.com/2p9h5aapTranscription: https://tinyurl.com/4ubmrwyr

Shame has a way of convincing us that one moment, one mistake, or one decision says everything about who we are. Long after the moment has passed, we keep replaying it... carrying the guilt, criticizing ourselves, and believing we have to keep punishing ourselves to prove we've learned our lesson.This is a guided self-love meditation created for the moments when you're struggling to forgive yourself. Not to erase the past or pretend nothing happened... but to help you meet the parts of yourself you've been judging with a little more compassion, understanding, and kindness.Join me as we gently release the weight of self-blame, reconnect with the version of you who needed love the most, and remember that healing doesn't begin when the past changes—it begins when you stop abandoning yourself because of it.Episode Resources✨ Download the Self-Love Cheat Sheet — simple reminders to help you quiet your inner critic, strengthen self-compassion, and return to yourself with more kindness each day.In this episode, we explore:✨ Why shame often becomes part of the story we tell ourselves✨ The difference between judging yourself and understanding yourself✨ How curiosity can gently replace self-criticism✨ Why compassion creates space for healing without denying the past✨ A guided visualization to help you reconnect with the parts of yourself you've left behindIf you've been carrying regret, replaying old mistakes, or finding it hard to forgive yourself, this meditation is a gentle reminder that your past deserves understanding... and so do you.Connect with Me

We live in a culture that tells us the answer to our guilt and shame is to try harder, be better, and, if all else fails, “forgive ourselves.” Yet Scripture warns that when we look to our own efforts or rule-keeping to make us right, we actually move further away from the grace Christ offers us freely. Together we will consider why self-made righteousness cannot carry the weight of our sin, and how the gospel invites us instead to rest in the finished work of Jesus—his cross, his resurrection, and his ongoing grace for weary hearts. If you are new to Community Church, WELCOME! We would love to get to know you. Please fill in the following form and we look forward to connecting with you: https://bit.ly/cc-new-connect You can find all timely and relevant links from this service on https://bit.ly/cc-links You can also find out more about us at https://communitychurch.hk/ ================ This Week's Scripture: // Isaiah 61:1 (NIV) // The year of the LORD's favour The Spirit of the Sovereign LORD is on me,     because the LORD has anointed me     to proclaim good news to the poor. He has sent me to bind up the broken-hearted,     to proclaim freedom for the captives     and release from darkness for the prisoners...

(Short | Music) Self-Forgiveness | Healing From The Inside by Jason Newland

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Forgiveness and the Way of JesusIn this episode of Sermon Plus, We explore the challenging yet essential Christian practice of forgiveness as taught in Matthew 6.Key ThemesForgiveness as Obedience -Forgiveness is an active, obedient response to God's command, not merely an emotional feeling. It is deeply tethered to one's relationship with Jesus and is necessary for maintaining healthy relationships ."Self-Forgiveness?" - We wrestle with the popular notion of "self-forgiveness," arguing that it lacks biblical support. Instead, believers are encouraged to receive the forgiveness already provided by God and to find their identity in Christ rather than their own efforts.The Role of Practices - Growing is a slow, progressive process. Believers are encouraged to "train for the moment" through spiritual practices like prayer and solitude, which help transform automatic, impulsive reactions into responses rooted in the Spirit.Releasing Vengeance - Forgiveness does not mean excusing sin or controlling the outcome. It involves releasing the desire for vengeance and trusting in God's perfect justice and timing, allowing space for genuine repentance.

Send us Fan MailSelf forgiveness isn't about pretending the past didn't happen, or letting ourselves off the hook. It's about learning the difference between responsibility and punishment. Because you can't hate yourself into becoming well.Support the showJoin the Patreon community https://www.patreon.com/richardnichollsSocial Media LinksBluesky https://bsky.app/profile/richardnicholls.netThreads https://www.threads.net/@richardnichollsrealInstagram https://www.instagram.com/richardnichollsrealFacebook https://www.facebook.com/RichardNichollsAuthorYoutube https://www.youtube.com/richardnichollsTikTok https://www.tiktok.com/@richardnichollsauthorX https://x.com/richardnicholls

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This week, Jake and Bob are joined by Fr. John Horn, co-founder of the Institute for Priestly Formation, to begin a series on the Sacrament of Reconciliation. They discuss the connection between our wounded image of God and sin, revealing how many of our repeated struggles are rooted in lies about our identity in the Father's love. Fr. John also shares how Confession can become more than just listing sins, why we should embrace our interior poverty, and the danger of scrupulosity.    Key Points: Unforgiveness is one of the greatest barriers to restoration. Many people remain trapped after confession because they continue holding unforgiveness toward themselves. God does not despise our wounds; He desires to love us directly within them. Much of habitual sin is driven by deeper lies and false beliefs about God, ourselves, and others. Spiritual poverty is the very place that attracts God's mercy. Confession becomes transformative when we examine not only the outward sin, but the beliefs underneath it. Our image of God is often shaped by early relational wounds and experiences with parents or authority figures. God is not reluctantly forgiving us; He rejoices over us and fights for our healing and freedom.   Resources: Institute for Priestly Formation Episode 131: Forgiveness and Spiritual Renewal w/ Fr. John Horn "....Not enough that the arrow has been extracted from the body, the wound, which it inflicted, must also be healed. So with regard to the soul. Not enough that the sin has been pardoned. The wound which it left must also be healed." (St. John Chrysostom)   Chapters: 00:00 Introduction 02:21 Healing is Found Through Forgiveness 09:10 The Wound Left Behind by Sin 16:01 Why So Many Catholics Avoid Confession 24:29 Sin Begins with Unbelief 33:56 Scrupulosity and Self-Forgiveness 37:40 How Our Image of God Becomes Wounded 58:51 Practical Ways to Prepare for Confession   Connect with Restore the Glory:  Instagram: @restoretheglorypodcast  Twitter: @RestoreGloryPod Facebook: Restore the Glory Podcast   Never miss out on an episode by hitting the subscribe button right now! Help other people find the show and grow in holiness by sharing this podcast with them individually or on your social media. Thanks!

In this episode, Cole and his daughter, Makenzie Phillips, explore the cycle of shame, its roots in biblical history, and practical steps to break free. They emphasize the difference between guilt, conviction, and shame, and offer biblical insights on healing and forgiveness.Keywordsshame, guilt, conviction, forgiveness, biblical healing, spiritual growth, Christian life, shame cycle, emotional health, church communityTopicsThe cycle of shame: mess up, feel ashamed, hide, cope, repeatDifference between guilt, conviction, and shameBiblical understanding of shame from Genesis to JesusThe role of community and confession in healingPractical steps to break the shame cycle and find freedomTakeawaysShame is a cycle that begins with messing up and ends with hiding and coping.Biblical conviction leads to change, while shame leads to hiding.Jesus' death on the cross fully exposes and covers our shame.Confession and community are vital for healing from shame.God's grace removes condemnation, but healing takes time.Chapters00:00 Memorial Day Reflections and Family Time03:03 Student Leadership and Church Involvement05:48 Understanding the Shame Cycle08:40 Guilt, Conviction, and Shame Explained12:02 The Impact of Shame on Identity14:48 Shame vs. Conviction: A Biblical Perspective17:44 Healing from Shame and Forgiveness21:05 The Concept of Self-Forgiveness23:52 Living Free from Shame26:45 The Cycle of Shame: Understanding Hiding and Isolation32:38 The Impact of Shame on Physical and Emotional Health40:36 Coping Mechanisms: Unhealthy Ways to Deal with Shame43:01 Breaking the Cycle: The Role of Confession and Community49:21 The Gospel Cure: Healing from Shame through GraceResourcesRomans 3:23 - https://www.biblegateway.com/passage/?search=Romans+3%3A23James 5:16 - https://www.biblegateway.com/passage/?search=James+5%3A16Romans 8:1 - https://www.biblegateway.com/passage/?search=Romans+8%3A1John 8:1-11 - https://www.biblegateway.com/passage/?search=John+8%3A1-11

This week's episode of Punk Rock Sober is brought to you by Betterhelp. Sign up and get 10% off at https://www.betterhelp.com/punkrock - Life is a journey, don't go through it alone. Rob Morrow joins Punk Rock Sober for one of the most fascinating conversations yet. Best known for Northern Exposure, Numb3rs, The People v. O.J. Simpson, and decades of iconic film and television work, Rob opens up about sobriety, addiction, creativity, trauma, parenting, aging, and surviving Hollywood. Rob shares never-before-heard stories about Johnny Depp before fame, Dennis Hopper recognizing his artistic path, John Travolta inspiring his acting career, and the highs and lows of building a life as a working artist. This episode goes deep into recovery, self-forgiveness, trauma, creativity, writing, performance, and why sober living may actually be the most punk rock path of all. If you've ever struggled with addiction, reinvention, identity, creativity, or simply wondered what Hollywood was really like in the wild west era… this one is for you. Topics include: Rob Morrow sobriety journey Northern Exposure resurgence Johnny Depp before stardom Dennis Hopper mentorship John Travolta inspiration addiction recovery & creativity trauma, parenting & forgiveness Hollywood in the 80s/90s aging, health optimization & performance writing memoirs and artistic reinvention Subscribe for more conversations about recovery, resilience, and radical honesty. 00:00 Rob Morrow Joins Punk Rock Sober 02:10 Northern Exposure's Big Comeback 14:20 Addiction, Productivity & Creative Obsession 17:10 Rob's New Stand-Up Comedy Journey 18:15 Aging, Peptides & Staying Young 24:00 Writing, Art & Creative Reinvention 25:40 Hollywood Dreams & Script Rejection 30:10 Rob's Memoir & Storytelling Process 38:05 Why Sobriety Became Punk Rock 40:10 Childhood Trauma & Survival 42:30 Self-Forgiveness & Letting Go 45:45 Early Hollywood & Johnny Depp Stories 49:10 Rob Gives Writing Advice 52:30 James Franco, Fame & Public Redemption 57:10 Armie Hammer, Consequences & Recovery 58:00 Wild Charlie Sheen Story 1:00:00 Building a Theater Movement in NYC 1:05:30 Dennis Hopper & Following the Signs 1:07:00 John Travolta Changed My Life 1:20:00 Why Art Is Self-Love #PunkRockSober #RobMorrow #Sobriety #Recovery #NorthernExposure #JohnnyDepp #AddictionRecovery #HollywoodStories #MentalHealth #SelfForgiveness

Self-forgiveness means releasing the burden of self-blame and guilt that you have been carrying for past actions or inactions. This guide explores acknowledging your mistakes without being consumed by them, offering yourself the grace you would offer others, and letting go of what cannot be changed. The quiet moment is where you can finally set yourself free from the prison of your own judgment.

Hello, Beautiful...I'm so grateful you're here with me. Tonight is your time to soften and let go in this 3 hour sleep meditation for self-forgiveness. I'll gently guide you into peace so your body can relax and drift into deep, healing sleep. Love,

Shawn Mahshie, M.A., is an internationally recognized author, speaker, and self-love coach based near Washington, D.C. She specializes in helping purpose-driven women overcome burnout and self-abandonment through her signature "Living in Symmetry" approach.This system integrates her "Wheel of Self-Forgiveness" with her expertise as a Certified Facilitator of The Work of Byron Katie to transform anxiety into empowered action. Her methodology is deeply informed by her own lived experience of overcoming chronic illness and personal upheaval by learning to stand in her own corner.Through her retreats and coaching, she guides clients to build the internal safety and self-solidarity needed to live with lasting peace and confidence.Shawn's websiteShawn's coachingThe Wheel of Self-ForgivenessBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-trauma-therapist--5739761/support.---Thank you for listening!If you want to support the show, I've got three options and every bit helps.$5.00 PayPalhttps://www.paypal.com/ncp/payment/NPKS32G8KVSN2$10.00 PayPalhttps://www.paypal.com/ncp/payment/495AMDFXQFC3L$15.00 PayPalhttps://www.paypal.com/ncp/payment/M7V5RREUKVD8JThank you to our Sponsors: Jane App - use code GUY1MO at https://jane.app (https://jane.app/book_a_demo)Novo Psych - novopsych.com/traumapodcast

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Dr. Paul Scheele and Lisa Tahir explore how recognizing hidden patterns, symbolic insight, and core wounds can help you break repetitive behaviors and live with more authenticity. What You'll Learn in This Episode: ·       How hidden patterns and core wounds influence your choices ·       The role of symbolic insight in personal growth ·       How empathy and forgiveness accelerate healing ·       Taking responsibility without self-blame ·       Practical ways to live beyond past wounds ·       How specific MINDTRX Paraliminals can support these processes Lisa Tahir is a licensed therapist, host of "All Things Therapy" podcast, artist, and author of "The Chiron Effect: Healing Our Core Wounds through Astrology, Empathy, and Self-Forgiveness," endorsed by His Holiness the Dalai Lama. Learn more and connect with Lisa at www.NolaTherapy.com. www.NolaTherapy.com/Chiron. Paul Scheele, PhD, is an acclaimed innovator within the fields of neuro-linguistic programming, whole mind learning, preconscious processing, and accelerated learning. As co-founder of Learning Strategies, he has designed and developed over one hundred programs to stimulate personal and professional success, including the Paraliminals on the MINDTRX app. Others include "PhotoReading at 25,000 words a minute," "Genius Code," "Abundance for Life," and "Future Mapping." Paul guides people to meet critical challenges in their own lives as well as the world. And he helps them achieve extraordinary results in their relationships, work, finances, health, and spiritual well-being. He is the author of "PhotoReading," "Natural Brilliance," and "Drop Into Genius." Learn more about Paul at:

Calming Anxiety: Setting Down the Past   In this episode, Martin explores the concept of time as a river, teaching us how to observe our past without being swept away by it. Whether you are carrying old memories, missed conversations, or difficult decisions, today we learn to view our history not as a weight, but as the wisdom that shaped our journey. Episode Time Chapters00:00 – The courage to leave things behind 01:03 – Coming home to the body: Breathing exercise 02:45 – The River Visualization: Observing the past 05:03 – Letters of Light: Affirmations for freedom 07:58 – The 3 Daily Caring Tips09:24 – Closing thoughts and kindnessAffirmations for ReleasingBreathe these in and allow them to land softly in your body:I release the grip of the past and I choose the freedom of this moment. Every year I have lived has given me something I could not have learned any other way. I am not behind; I am exactly where my journey has brought me and I am ready. I forgive myself for the things that I did not know that I understand now.I carry my history with me, not as a weight, but as a wisdom.The 3 Daily Caring TipsThe Small Ceremony: Write down one thing you are choosing to release today. Draw a line through it to stop it from running in the background of your mind.Gift of Knowledge: Spend five minutes reflecting on yourself from ten years ago. What would you tell them? That wisdom is a hard-won gift.Active Becoming: Remember that at any age, you are still becoming. One small act of courage is all it takes to keep moving with the river.Support & ConnectIf this session helped you find your calm, please subscribe and explore the back catalog of over 2,000 free guided meditations.Share the Calm: If you know a friend, family member, or colleague who needs to hear this today, please share this episode on your social feed.Watch on YouTube: For a POV discussion of today's theme, head over to my other channel: @exhalewithmartin.Always remember, in all you do, be kind.

Forgiveness: The Pathway to Happiness with Dr. Dravon JamesWhat if the most powerful prescription for healing doesn't come in a bottle?In this deeply moving and unexpectedly eye-opening episode, I sit down with Dr. Dravon James—who, as a pharmacist, fills prescriptions to help people heal and feel better, but this time offers a prescription that doesn't come in a bottle: forgiveness.Not the surface-level kind. Not the “just move on” version many of us were taught.  But real, healing forgiveness—especially forgiving ourselves.Dr. Dravon vulnerably shares her own story of misunderstanding forgiveness after experiencing deep father wounds as a child. When her father left, she quickly forgave him—but turned the blame inward, believing she was the problem. As she explains, this wasn't true forgiveness at all. It was self-abandonment.Together, we unpack what forgiveness really is—and what it is not.In this episode, we explore:Why forgiveness is not condoning harmful behaviorThe difference between forgiving others and forgiving yourselfCommon barriers to forgiveness, including:Lack of self-awarenessLack of clarityEmotional exhaustionWaiting for an apologyConfusing forgiveness with approvalHow forgiveness is an act of self-love, not weaknessHow forgiving frees you from the emotional grip of othersWhy forgiveness helps you reclaim your power and inner peaceForgiveness & HealthWe also discuss the powerful connection between forgiveness and physical health. Holding on to resentment, anger, and unresolved emotional pain doesn't just weigh on the heart—it impacts the body. Forgiveness, when done correctly, can reduce stress, support emotional regulation, and contribute to overall well-being.This conversation reframes forgiveness as a pathway to peace, freedom, and healing—not for someone else's benefit, but for your own.About Dr. Dravon JamesDr. Dravon James is a transformation specialist, inspirational speaker, author, and the Founder and Director of Everyday Peace. A pharmacist and leader in the healthcare industry for more than three decades, she is the author of Forgiveness: The Pathway to Happiness and Freedom Is Your Birthright.Dr. Dravon is the host of Dr. Dravon James Everyday Peace on MindBodySpirit.fm, a coach on the SiriusXM Road Dog Trucking Show, and an accomplished actress with career credits including a recurring role on HBO's acclaimed The Wire. She is also the recipient of the Secretary McDonough Coin of Recognition for her leadership efforts during the COVID pandemic.Through her work with the Next Step Leadership Academy, Dr. Dravon helps women step into their next level of greatness in life and business using the power of Everyday Peace. She has been featured on ABC, NBC, CBS, Fox, and more.

What does it really mean to lead with your heart when the work is hard, the pressure is relentless, and you're still carrying your own baggage?In this episode, Michael Reddington sits down with Josh Rizzo, a West Point graduate, Bronze Star recipient, and leadership consultant with over 30 years of experience developing leaders on the battlefield, in the boardroom, and on job sites across the country. Josh works at the intersection of elite performance, mental health, and human connection, helping organizations in construction, defense, and beyond build cultures where people can actually thrive.Josh brings a rare combination of military discipline and deep emotional intelligence to this conversation, and the result is one of the most grounded, practical discussions on heart-centered leadership you'll hear. He breaks down why leaders must heal themselves before they can truly serve others, how to build trust by choosing curiosity over judgment, and why the biggest breakthroughs in organizations almost always start with the smallest changes.What You'll Learn in This EpisodeWhy effective leadership starts with looking inward before you can genuinely lead othersHow the airplane analogy reframes your responsibility to yourself, your inner circle, and your teamWhat it means to choose curiosity over judgment and how that one shift changes the entire dynamic of a conversationWhy forgiving yourself is harder than forgiving others and why it matters more than most leaders realizeHow the sun and moon framework helps people connect through their shadow side rather than just their highlightsWhat "islands of progress" are and how to create bottom-up change that people actually ownWhy big doors swing on little hinges and how to find the small changes that move the biggest systemsHow to listen with your ears, your eyes, and your heart and why so few people actually do itChapters:(00:00) Introduction to Josh Rizzo and Heart-Centered Leadership(03:57) What It Means to Lead While Balancing Mental Health Awareness(05:24) The Airplane Analogy: Starting with Yourself Before Your Team(10:44) Curiosity Over Judgment: Pairing Candor with Compassion(14:34) How to Show Up Authentically Without Being Performative(16:39) Self-Forgiveness, Accepting Your Shadow Side, and the Sun and Moon Framework(20:47) Creating Islands of Progress: Bottom-Up Change That Sticks(30:54) Big Doors Swing on Little Hinges: Finding the Small Changes That Matter(37:19) The Most Beautiful Thing We Can Do Is Listen(43:54) Honoring the Umwelt: Why Two People Can Share the Same Environment and Have Completely Different ExperiencesLinks and Resources:Josh Rizzo | Website - https://www.joshrizzohuman.comJosh Rizzo | LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/josh-rizzo/Sponsor Links:InQuasive: http://www.inquasive.com/Humintell: Body Language - Reading People - HumintellEnter Code INQUASIVE25 for 25% discount on your online training purchase.International Association of Interviewers: Home (certifiedinterviewer.com)Podcast Production Services by EveryWord Media

In this inspiring interview, Author and Stanford Design Lab Professor Dave Evans shares insights on living a meaningful life through design thinking, acceptance, and presence. Discover practical tools and spiritual perspectives to enhance your well-being and purpose.Chapters00:00 Introduction and Office Hours for Life04:12 Ancient Wisdom and Modern Reframes07:41 Acceptance and the Design Mindset10:57 Creating Your Own Narrative14:57 Heartbreak and Acceptance18:59 The Power of Choice20:45 Reframing Life's Challenges22:45 Embracing Aging and Wisdom24:41 Intimacy with Death and the Present Moment25:34 The Pain of Loss and Its Impact on Life28:39 Miscarriage and the Taboos Surrounding It29:39 Acceptance of Life's Messy Parts30:58 Design Thinking: A Reality-Based Approach31:10 The Limitations of Impact as Meaning34:47 Purpose as a Direction, Not a Destination36:30 Heart Coherence and Compassion39:16 Moment Making: The Art of Being Present40:25 Judgment, Self-Forgiveness, and Compassion43:02 The Role of Authenticity in Parenting44:14 Finding Meaning in the Present MomentSponsors: LMNTOFFER: Right now, for my listeners LMNT is offering a free sample pack with any LMNT drink mix purchase at DrinkLMNT.com/FEELGOOD. That's 8 single serving packets FREE with any LMNT any LMNT drink mix purchase. This deal is only available through my link so. Also try the new LMNT Sparkling — a bold, 16-ounce can of sparkling electrolyte water.USE LINK: DrinkLMNT.com/FEELGOODFATTY15 OFFER: Fatty15 is on a mission to replenish your C15 levels and restore your long-term health. You can get an additional 15% off their 90-day subscription Starter Kit by going to fatty15.com/KIMBERLY and using code KIMBERLY at checkout.USE LINK: fatty15.com/KIMBERLYDave Evans Resources: Book: HOW TO LIVE A MEANINGFUL LIFE: Using Design Thinking to Unlock Purpose, Joy, and Flow Every Day Website: designingyour.lifeInstagram: @ fullyalive_bydesignStanford Design Lab: Life Design Lab Bio: Dave Evans is a lecturer in the Product Design Program at Stanford. He holds a BS and MS in Mechanical Engineering from Stanford and a graduate diploma in Contemplative Spirituality from San Francisco Theological Seminary. While at Apple, he led product marketing for the mouse team and introduced laser printing to the masses. Having participated in forming the corporate cultures at Apple and EA, Dave decided his best work was in helping organizations build creative environments where people could do great work and love doing it. Helping people get traction on the question “What should I do with my life?” finally took Dave to Cal and Stanford and continues to be his life's work. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Guilt can feel uncomfortable and easy to push away, but it is one of those emotions that actually serves an important purpose in our lives.For this episode, Debbie sits down with developmental psychologist Chris Moore, author of The Power of Guilt, to unpack what guilt really is and why it plays such an important role in our lives and relationships. Informed by both research and personal experience, Chris offers a perspective that might completely change how you see this emotion.You'll come away with an understanding of where guilt comes from, how it shows up in everyday life, from childhood to parenting to relationships, and why some people feel it more than others. They also get into topics like apology, forgiveness, and how guilt can actually help us repair and strengthen connections. Listen and Learn: How a single life-altering mistake shaped how Chris understands guilt, responsibility, and forgivenessHow guilt quietly reveals the hidden ways our most important relationships shape what we feel and why we're driven to repair something we might not fully understand yetDoes the guilt you feel over small things like unfinished chores reveal deeper, hidden influences from the relationships that shaped your internal rules and standards?Why feelings like guilt begin much earlier than we assume and later grow into something far more complex and central to relationshipsWhy some people feel guilt far more intensely than others, and how personality, relationships, and even gender differences quietly shape that experience in ways you might not expectWhy feeling like you are never doing enough as a parent might actually come from the very nature of caring for someone vulnerable, and what that reveals about guilt being more automatic than accurateHow guilt can quietly become a tool of control when forgiveness is withheldHow ideas like restorative justice and even collective guilt reshape the way we understand responsibility and emotional repair in societyWhy guilt, though uncomfortable, can actually serve as a powerful internal signal that helps us recognize when a valued relationship may need attention and guide us toward repairing and strengthening itResources:The Power of Guilt: Why We Feel It and Its Surprising Ability to Healhttps://bookshop.org/a/30734/9781637747728Chris' Website: https://www.chrislmoore.comConnect with Chris on Social Media:https://www.facebook.com/mfwguilthttps://www.instagram.com/chrismooreauthorphd/About Chris MooreDr. Chris Moore is a professor of psychology and former dean of science at Dalhousie University in Canada, as well as a former Canada Research Chair at the University of Toronto. He holds a PhD in developmental psychology from the University of Cambridge and an MFA in creative nonfiction from the University of King's College. He has spent his career studying human social understanding and relations, and has published well over 100 research papers, edited 5 books and special issues of academic journals, and authored The Development of Commonsense Psychology (Psychology Press, 2006). He has had numerous invitations to present at academic conferences and universities around the world and has enjoyed many research collaborations in Canada, the United States, Australia, Germany, China, and the UK. Moore's work has been cited in mainstream print publications such as Psychology Today, Today's Parent, and the New York Times. His research has also been featured in a variety of TV documentaries, including The Nature of Things and the Baby Human series on Discovery Health. His new book, The Power of Guilt: Why We Feel It and Its Surprising Ability to Heal, is his first for a general audience. He lives in Nova Scotia with his family.Related episodes: 430. Nonadaptive Guilt and Shame with Carolyn Allard 118. Moral Injury and Shame with Lauren Borges and Jacob Farnsworth 320. Anger and Forgiveness with Robyn Walser 358. How to Keep House While Drowning with KC Davis 341. Self-Forgiveness with Grant Dewar See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

About Katie FarinasKatie Farinas is a midlife coach, yoga teacher, and spiritual guide who helps women navigate midlife with clarity, peace, purpose, and empowerment. Through yoga philosophy, mindfulness, nervous system regulation, and energy-based practices, Katie supports women in reconnecting with their intuition and stepping fully into their most aligned and authentic selves.✨ Explore Katie's work and offerings:Visit Katie's websiteJoin the newsletter for soulful insights and to receive weekly practicesRead and watch on SubstackBook a reflective Insight Seat to come on the show and receive live coachingSchedule a Clarity Call to see if my coaching is right for you.

Andrew reflects on 20 years of recovery from drug and alcohol addiction. He shares about how the Dharma was alive in his life long before he found it, how 12 step recovery helped him get clean and stay clean, and how finding the Buddhist path radically transformed his life. Enjoy! Wild Heart Meditation Center in a non-profit Buddhist community based in Nashville, TN. https://www.wildheartmeditationcenter.orgDONATE: If you feel moved to support WHMC financially please visit:https://www.wildheartmeditationcenter.org/donateFollow Us on Socials!Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/WildHeartNashville/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/wildheartnashville/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@wildheartmeditation

In this raw episode of Do Good to Lead Well, I welcome Tom Hardin, whose journey from Wall Street hedge fund analyst to one of the FBI's most prolific informants is a powerful examination of what drives good people to cross ethical lines. Despite the widespread belief that corruption comes from major events, Tom outlines the subtle drift and rationalizations that can turn ambition into poor decisions.Tom makes a compelling case that most people are far more vulnerable to contextual pressures than they would care to admit. In fact, he argues that the more confident we are in our belief that we are incorruptible, the more likely we are to make an ethical misstep. Through honest storytelling, the episode urges us to move beyond blaming or distancing ourselves, challenging us to ask better questions, reflect on our own values, and foster workplaces where psychological safety and true accountability can thrive.For anyone seeking a deeply personal and vulnerable understanding of ethics, culture, and resilience, this conversation delivers practical tools for self-reflection, leadership, and building lasting trust. These heartfelt lessons matter at every level of business and life.What You'll Learn- Why 80% of us are at risk of “moral drift” if we're not vigilant- The crucial difference between mistakes and choices- Culture is what gets rewarded- How leaders can spot and stop ethical slippage, starting with “the little things”- The power of asking better questions—not just of your team, but of yourself- Why honesty, humility, and self-forgiveness are the real superpowers in leadershipPodcast Timestamps(00:00) – The Decision to Share a Profound Story of Vulnerability(05:14) – Cheating is a Choice(09:19) – Ownership, Shame, and the Challenges of Self-Forgiveness(13:06) – Moral Drift and Rationalization(16:35) – How to Spot Warning Signs(24:05) – Culture, Values, and Leadership(40:01) – Resilience and Redemption(45:08) – Radical Listening(48:22) – A Story of Hope and Personal AgencyKEYWORDSPositive Leadership, Insider Trading, Behavioral Ethics, Organizational Culture, FBI Informant, Compliance, Self-Reflection, Vulnerability, Rationalization, Psychological Safety, Ethical Culture, Whistleblowing, Character Development, Integrity, Reputation vs. Character, The Peril of Incentive Structures, Ethical Decision-Making, Personal Values, Resilience, Redemption, Asking Clarifying Questions, Moral Drift, Organizational Justice, CEO Success

If you've been in the online business world for a while, you might have caught yourself thinking… it worked—but I'm not sure I'd build it that way again.In this episode, I'm unpacking a shift I've been hearing more and more from women in business. Not about how to grow faster or how to make money online, but about what it actually cost to build our businesses the way we were taught to.Because many of us followed the same playbook. We built our online business through visibility, consistency, and content. We showed up daily, shared our lives, and did what worked—because it did work.But now, there's a shift happening.More women entrepreneurs are questioning the sustainability of it all. The pressure of constant content. The blurred line between life and marketing. The reality of building a business that depends on always being “on.”This episode is about that realization.Yes, it touches on online business burnout, but more than that, it's about perspective. It's about understanding the era we built in, and why so many are now craving a more sustainable online business and a true lifestyle business—one that creates income and protects your time, energy, and privacy.I share a personal moment that made me pause and rethink what we've normalized, and why I believe we're moving into a new era of online entrepreneurship—one rooted in evergreen marketing, long-term strategy, and building a business that doesn't rely on constant performance or visibility.A business that allows for more freedom from social media.If you've been feeling the pull to do things differently, to step back, or to rebuild in a way that actually supports your life, this conversation will meet you there.Because you didn't do anything wrong.You built your online business the way the industry taught you to.And now… you get to build it differently.Ready to Turn Your Podcast Into a Revenue Stream?If you want to build a business that works when you're offline, your podcast can become one of the most powerful evergreen marketing tools in your business.Inside my Podcast Growth Strategy, I'll help you optimize your podcast for search so it attracts the right listeners, grows your audience, and turns your show into a discoverable marketing asset that keeps working long after you hit publish.This is a done-for-you strategy designed to help you grow your show, increase your online visibility, and create income without social media.

Perpetual guilt can be corrosive. By addressing traumatic past lives we can let it go and experience the power of self-forgiveness.

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In this deeply reflective episode of Mirror Talk: Soulful Conversations, Dr Holly Duckworth shares her remarkable journey from corporate engineering leadership to becoming a respected practitioner of Quantum Healing Hypnosis Technique (QHHT), psychotherapist, and spiritual guide.After spending twenty years building systems and leading teams in the corporate world, Holly experienced a profound inner awakening that led her to explore consciousness, healing, and the wisdom of the Higher Self. Guided by the teachings of Dolores Cannon, she began helping others access deeper layers of awareness and emotional healing.Through more than 1,500 QHHT sessions, Holly has witnessed extraordinary transformations as individuals reconnect with their inner guidance, release emotional burdens, and rediscover their life purpose.In this conversation, we explore the bridge between science and spirituality, the healing power of self-forgiveness, and why gratitude can function as a powerful spiritual technology.This episode offers practical wisdom and compassionate insights for anyone seeking deeper alignment, healing, and purpose.Topics We Cover• Holly's transition from engineering leadership to spiritual healing• What it means to live connected to your Higher Self• Lessons from Dolores Cannon and Quantum Healing Hypnosis Technique• How fear appears during spiritual awakening• Gratitude as a tool for emotional and spiritual transformation• The healing power of self forgiveness• How science and spirituality complement each other• Grounding practices for clarity and inner peaceChapters00:00 Introduction to Healing and Purpose05:28 The Journey from Engineering to Spiritual Healing11:06 Understanding Quantum Healing Hypnosis Technique16:34 The Process of Hypnosis and Ego Detachment22:04 Connecting with the Higher Self28:26 Facing Fear on the Spiritual Journey35:22 The Process of Self-Forgiveness44:17 Gratitude as a Spiritual Technology49:27 Finding Purpose in Life54:09 Shining Your Light and Living with PurposeKey TakeawayYour Higher Self already holds the wisdom you seek.Healing begins when you listen deeply, forgive yourself fully, and allow your life to align with the truth of who you are.Connect with Dr Holly DuckworthWebsitehttps://www.awarecaredurango.com/Ask what is on your heart. Mirror Talk will reflect back what may help you see more clearly. Try it here: https://mirrortalkpodcast.com/ask-mirror-talk/Thank you for joining me on this MIRROR TALK podcast journey. Please subscribe to any platform and remember to leave a review and rating.Stay connected: https://linktr.ee/mirrortalkpodcast More inspiring episodes and show notes are here: https://mirrortalkpodcast.com/podcast-episodes/ Your opinions, thoughts, suggestions, and comments are important to us. Please share them here: https://mirrortalkpodcast.com/your-opinion-matters/ Could you support us by becoming a Patreon? Please consider subscribing to one or more of our offerings at http://patreon.com/MirrorTalk All proceeds will help enhance the quality of our work and outreach, enabling us to serve you better.We use and trust these podcasting tools, software, and gear. We've partnered with amazing platforms to give our Mirror Talk community exclusive deals and discounts: https://mirrortalkpodcast.com/best-podcasting-tools/

What if the apology you're waiting for never comes? Relationship mentor Stacy Rocklein joins Kimberly Spencer to reveal why forgiveness—especially without closure—may be the most powerful leadership skill you'll ever develop. From unexpected publishing chaos to redefining emotional intimacy, this episode explores how vulnerability, boundaries, and radical self-honesty create deeper relationships and lasting impact.

Caregivers put so much energy into caregiving yet they still struggle with self-criticism and feeling like their best isn't good enough.Every caregiver deserves self-forgiveness.Listen this week to find out the five areas that can lead caregivers to carry shame, and what they can do about it.Your wellbeing matters.Doctor Deliawww.DoctorDelia.comCoping Courageously: A Heart-Centered Guide for Navigating a Loved One's Illness Without Losing Yourself is available here: www.copingcourageously.com Please review this podcast wherever you listen and forward your favorite episode to a friend! And be sure to subscribe!Sign up to stay connected and learn about upcoming programs:https://trainings.integrativepalliative.com/IPI-stay-in-touchI'm thrilled to be listed in Feedspot's top 15 palliative podcasts!https://blog.feedspot.com/palliative_care_podcasts/

When was the last time you truly forgave yourself? This episode of The Ripple Effect Podcast goes deep into the places we don't talk about often. And I want to thank our special guest, Shawn Mahshie, for showing up with such honesty and courage so we can all learn what real self-forgiveness looks like. Shawn Mahshie is a coach, author, and thought leader who helps people stop beating themselves up and finally feel safe inside themselves again. After decades of deep inner work and spiritual practice, Shawn discovered that the common thread running through nearly all our struggles is self-abandonment. Out of her own personal crash and rebuild came The Wheel of Self-Forgiveness™: three simple steps that end the inner war and restore unshakable inner safety. This episode is especially powerful if you've ever struggled with guilt, overthinking, or that constant sense that you're "doing it wrong." Shawn brings deep compassion, clarity, and a grounded framework that helps you move forward without blaming or shaming yourself. Shawn is also on the cusp of publishing her new book, The Wheel of Self-Forgiveness: 3 Simple Steps to Unconditional Self-Love, Self-Confidence, & Self-Advocacy. As a gift to our listeners, she's also offering a free Wheel of Self-Forgiveness Cheat Sheet, which gives you a practical way to start applying this work immediately. I truly believe this conversation can create a powerful Ripple in your life if you're willing to lean into it. Ripple with Shawn Mahshie Website: https://shawnmahshie.com/ Email: support@shawnmahshie.com LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/shawnmahshie/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ThriveThisTime Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/shawnmahshie/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@shawnmahshie2/featured?sub_confirmation=1 TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@shawnmahshie Ripple with Steve Harper Instagram: http://instagram.com/rippleonFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/rippleon X: https://twitter.com/rippleon Website: http://www.ripplecentral.com

Ep. 235 There is a version of you still waiting to be forgiven. In Part 3 of The Return to Self series, Maryann walks you through self-forgiveness. You've done the inner child work. You've released the emotions. Now it's time to stop punishing yourself for surviving. So many women carry guilt for choices they made when they were trying to stay safe, loved, or accepted. But shame is not accountability. And punishment is not growth. In this episode, you'll learn how to: • Reframe past mistakes with compassion • Release perfectionism and self-judgment • Practice emotional maturity through forgiveness • Replace harsh inner dialogue with grace ✨ Resources Return to Self-Series: PART 1: Ep 233 Inner Child Healing PART 2: Ep 234 Emotional Release Ep. 188 - Guided Meditation Self-Love Affirmations Self-Affirmations Guide Chapters: 00:00 – Welcome Back 01:12 – Why Forgiving Yourself Is Hard 02:39 – Shame vs. Accountability 03:58 – Mistakes Are Not Your Identity 04:45 – Journal Questions 05:23 – What Forgiveness Looks Like 08:45 – The Forgiveness Letter Practice 09:33 – Rewriting Your Inner Dialogue Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Some wounds are not from one moment, but years of surviving what you never should have faced. On Healthy Mind, Healthy Life, host Avik sits down with trauma-informed psychotherapist Anjalia McGoldrick to explore how real healing begins when you finally slow down and look within. This episode is for anyone who feels stuck in old patterns, gets easily triggered in relationships, or quietly believes it is too late to change. You will learn how to spot inner-child signals, stop projecting pain onto others, and rebuild self-worth through compassion, forgiveness, and daily practice. About the Guest: Anjalia McGoldrick is a trauma-informed psychotherapist, metaphysician, and motivational speaker. She founded Life in Balance Counseling and Wellness Center and is the author of The Child I Left Behind. Key Takeaways: Treat triggers as signals: name the emotion, then ask “where do I feel this in my body?” Replace blame with curiosity: “What old story is this activating in me?” Practice inner-child reparenting: respond with reassurance, not criticism. Watch for avoidance habits (overworking, numbing behaviors) and choose one honest step instead. Use forgiveness as self-release: write what happened, what you learned, and what you needed then. How to Connect With the Guest: Website: https://anjaliamcgoldrick.com/  Book: The Child I Left Behind on Amazon Want to be a guest on Healthy Mind, Healthy Life? DM on PM - Send me a message on PodMatch DM Me Here: https://www.podmatch.com/hostdetailpreview/avik Disclaimer: This video is for educational and informational purposes only. The views expressed are the personal opinions of the guest and do not reflect the views of the host or Healthy Mind By Avik™️. We do not intend to harm, defame, or discredit any person, organization, brand, product, country, or profession mentioned. All third-party media used remain the property of their respective owners and are used under fair use for informational purposes. By watching, you acknowledge and accept this disclaimer. Healthy Mind By Avik™️ is a global platform redefining mental health as a necessity, not a luxury. Born during the pandemic, it's become a sanctuary for healing, growth, and mindful living. Hosted by Avik Chakraborty, storyteller, survivor, and wellness advocate. With over 6000+ episodes and 200K+ global listeners, we unite voices, break stigma, and build a world where every story matters.

Hello Beautiful, I'm so grateful you're here with me.

Hello Beautiful, I'm so grateful you're here with me.

Welcome to a new episode of The Way Out Is In: The Zen Art of Living, a podcast series mirroring Zen Master Thich Nhat Hanh's deep teachings of Buddhist philosophy: a simple yet profound methodology for dealing with our suffering, and for creating more happiness and joy in our lives. In this installment, Zen Buddhist monk Brother Phap Huu and leadership coach Jo Confino explore the lifelong journey of self-forgiveness and how to forgive ourselves. How do we find the capacity to let go of past hurts and come into the fullness of our lives?  The conversation also touches upon themes like self-love, self-compassion, community, spiritual growth, impermanence, the coexistence of suffering and happiness, and the importance of ongoing practice. Brother Phap Huu discusses the Buddhist perspective of the Dharma threading through time, embracing past, present, and future; how loving oneself begins with recognizing and accepting one's stories and scars; the importance of treating oneself with kindness and compassion; acknowledging unskillful actions; practicing with the inner child; and much more. In addition, personal stories shared by the presenters illustrate how forgiveness and self-love evolve over time, and that forgiving oneself is vital for genuine compassion and service. The episode concludes with aspirations for the new year. Co-produced by the Plum Village App:https://plumvillage.app/ And Global Optimism:https://globaloptimism.com/ With support from the Thich Nhat Hanh Foundation:https://thichnhathanhfoundation.org/ List of resources Pilgrimage: ‘In the Footsteps of the Buddha’https://plumvillage.org/event/pilgrimage/in-the-footsteps-of-the-buddha-2 Being with Busyness: Zen Ways to Transform Overwhelm and Burnouthttps://www.parallax.org/product/being-with-busyness/ Calm in the Storm: Zen Ways to Cultivate Stability in an Anxious Worldhttps://www.parallax.org/product/calm-in-the-storm/ Interbeinghttps://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Interbeing The Way Out Is In: ‘Healing Our Inner Child: Pathways to Embrace Our Suffering (Episode #10)'https://plumvillage.org/podcast/healing-our-inner-child-pathways-to-embrace-our-suffering The Way Out Is In: ‘The Three Jewels (Episode #89)'https://plumvillage.org/podcast/the-three-jewels-episode-89 ‘Looking Deeply: Healing the Inner Child'https://plumvillage.org/articles/healing-the-inner-child The Inner Child (short guided meditation)https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zauJYihF2fQ Dharma Talks: ‘Taking Refuge in the Three Jewels'https://plumvillage.org/library/dharma-talks/taking-refuge-in-the-three-jewels-sr-chan-duc-spring-retreat-2018-05-20 John Bradshawhttps://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/John_Bradshaw_(author) Sutras: ‘Discourse on Knowing the Better Way to Live Alone'https://plumvillage.org/library/sutras/discourse-on-knowing-the-better-way-to-live-alone The Order of Interbeinghttps://plumvillage.org/community/order-of-interbeing Quotes “What we have learned in the art of mindful living and the art of love and understanding is that we are ever-changing. We’re constantly changing. The Buddha has said that we cannot bathe in the same river twice. When we bathe in that river, the river is not the same and we are not the same.” “The Buddha says that suffering is made of non-suffering elements – and that means you have happiness inside.” “What I’ve learned from my journey is that healing is always a verb.” “There is no way to healing; healing is the way.” “Our practice of listening is very important. When we say we have to learn to listen, listen not to respond, but just to listen. Listen to acknowledge, accept, and witness.” “It’s important to be in the present moment, but it's also important to have an aspiration to bring into the present moment – not to see in the future, but to see coming alive right now.”