32. Forgiveness and Making Peace with the Past

What happens when a routine doctor's appointment triggers a flood of unresolved trauma? This raw, unfiltered episode takes you through my unexpected 48-hour emotional journey after my cancer-survivor mother needed a hospital stay.During what should have been a simple appointment, I found myself catapulted back to 2007 – when my mom battled brain cancer while I juggled a soul-crushing corporate job and an unsupportive relationship. The memory of her telling me to "stop fucking crying" during one vulnerable moment had shaped years of emotional suppression that I'm only now beginning to unpack.We don't need to live in our memories to learn from them. "You can look back, get your notes, make your mental checklist and then move on," I share, inviting you to consider where you might be dwelling unnecessarily in past pain. The most transformative insight came when examining my approach to self-growth. For decades, I thought healing meant abandoning my former self. Now I understand that true integration means thanking those earlier versions of myself for doing their best with limited tools. Whether you're navigating complex family dynamics, processing old wounds, or seeking to make peace with your own history, this episode offers a gentle reminder that forgiveness – especially of yourself – might be the key.Send us Fan MailIf you want the deeper lessons behind strength training, join my newsletter called Between Reps: Building the Unbreakable Woman. Check it out HEREInstagram: www.instagram.com/tianamovesWebsite: unbreakablemb.comEmail: [email protected]: This show is for education and entertainment purposes only.  This is not intended as a replacement for therapy. Please seek out the help of a professional to assist you with your specific situation.