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Hey friends, in this episode, I dive deep into the concept of grace—especially what it means to give ourselves grace versus extending it to others. It’s something I’ve been reflecting on a lot lately, especially as I continue navigating life post-divorce, deep healing, and everything in between. Through my own experiences in therapy and the soul work of personal growth, I’ve come to realize how transformative grace can be—not just in forgiving others, but in reclaiming peace for ourselves.

We explore the contrast between living in cycles of pain and choosing the brave path of self-reflection and emotional healing. I open up about some pretty personal moments, including the choices I made to prioritize my own peace, the way I learned to let go of resentment, and how I’ve come to understand the role of karma and moral responsibility in our lives. If you’ve ever struggled with being too hard on yourself or holding on to pain from others, this conversation is for you.

Episode Highlights:

[0:02] - Introducing the topic: grace towards self vs. others
[1:20] - Reflecting on the two paths people take after childhood trauma
[3:08] - The long, messy journey through therapy and finding the right fit
[4:45] - Realizing we are often our own harshest critics
[6:00] - How giving myself grace helped me during my mom’s illness and divorce
[7:40] - Extending grace to those who’ve deeply hurt us, and what that says about our growth
[9:20] - Choosing peace and forgiveness over retaliation and judgment
[10:35] - Learning to be neutral before shifting towards compassion
[11:48] - Letting the universe handle karma and consequences
[12:30] - The importance of developing a moral compass and ethical responsibility
[13:35] - Wrapping up with an invitation to introspect and grow with grace

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