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Letting Go Without Giving In: The Truth About Forgiveness

Letting Go Without Giving In: The Truth About Forgiveness

Update: 2025-05-15
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In this raw and revelatory episode, we dismantle the myth that forgiveness is about the other person. Spoiler alert: it’s not. This conversation dives into what forgiveness actually is (and isn’t), why we often resist it, and how to reclaim it as a radical act of self-healing. Whether you're holding onto hurt, waiting for an apology, or wondering how to forgive without letting toxic people back in—this one’s for you.

- What You’ll Learn:

  • Why forgiveness doesn’t necessarily mean reconciliation
  • The psychological and physical toll of unresolved resentment
  • What it really means to "let go" when you still feel broken
  • How to set boundaries and offer compassion—without betraying yourself
  • Practical prompts to begin your own forgiveness work

- Key Stats + Research:

  • Studies show that forgiveness lowers stress levels, reduces blood pressure, and can even boost your immune system (Worthington et al., 2007).
  • Holding onto resentment activates the brain’s stress response—keeping you in a state of chronic emotional arousal.
  • People who forgive report higher self-esteem, better relationships, and improved mental health.

 Thank you for listening. Healing isn’t easy—but you don’t have to do it alone.

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Letting Go Without Giving In: The Truth About Forgiveness

Letting Go Without Giving In: The Truth About Forgiveness

Krista Jones