Forgiveness isn’t about excusing hurtful actions—it’s about releasing the emotional chokehold that keeps us stuck. In this Supermom Short, Amy Grace shares how unforgiveness shows up in motherhood, what forgiveness really means (and what it doesn’t), and practical steps to start letting go. Whether it’s resentment toward others, society, or yourself, learning to forgive can lighten your load and give you freedom to move forward with more peace and less bitterness.

Key Takeaways

• The hidden cost of unforgiveness: bitterness, mom rage, burnout, and disconnection.

• Forgiveness is not excusing, forgetting, or reconciling—it’s choosing peace for yourself.

• Practical steps: acknowledge the hurt, feel your feelings, use release rituals, and practice daily grace.

• “Holding onto anger is like drinking poison and expecting the other person to die.”

• “Forgiveness prevents their behavior from destroying your heart.”

• “Releasing the emotional chokehold of pain is what allows us to move forward.”

• Journal of Health Psychology research linking forgiveness to lower stress and better health.

• Oprah Winfrey’s definition of forgiveness: “Giving up the hope that the past could have been any different.”

Amy Grace is the heart behind Everyday Supermoms, a podcast that inspires and empowers mothers by sharing diverse stories of resilience and connection. As a licensed therapist, she supports moms through all stages of motherhood with therapy intensives and signature programs like The Motherhood Mindset Reset and Create Your Own Motherhood. A mom of six, Amy draws from her own journey—from single parenting to blended families—to create a community where mothers embrace their unique paths with confidence and grace.

For more resources and your FREE Embracing Your Inner Supermom Workbook visit www.everydaysupermoms.com.