The War Between Remembering & Forgetting: Breaking Negative Patterns with the DPR Growth Cycle

In this episode of Memoirs of an LDS Servant Podcast, Maurice Harker teaches a powerful framework for overcoming recurring unwanted behaviors and building lasting change through the DPR (Discover, Plan, Act, Reflect) growth cycle.Centered around the concept of “the war between remembering and forgetting,” this episode explores why people fall back into negative patterns—even when they genuinely want to change—and how intentional reflection and action can break that cycle. Maurice also explains how isolation, discouragement, and distorted thinking can keep individuals stuck, especially when they are trying to improve or pursue something meaningful.Listeners will learn how to apply a simple but profound system of growth that can be used in every area of life—spiritual, emotional, physical, and relational.🔹 What you’ll learn:The DPR cycle (Discover, Plan, Act, Reflect) and how to use it effectivelyWhy recurring unwanted behaviors persistThe role of remembering truth vs. forgetting it in personal growthHow isolation and negative thinking patterns interfere with progressPractical ways to take action and create lasting changeThis podcast shares principles inspired by the restored gospel of Jesus Christ and is designed to help individuals strengthen relationships, develop self-mastery, and pursue meaningful growth. It is not officially affiliated with the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.