{"version":"1.0","type":"rich","provider_name":"Acast","provider_url":"https://acast.com","height":250,"width":700,"html":"<iframe src=\"https://embed.acast.com/$/624c5076ebccf20012efeb4c/6a42a6aa3fa89e3338ac9184?\" frameBorder=\"0\" width=\"700\" height=\"250\"></iframe>","title":"Why don't we let go of the past?","description":"<p>In this episode, we explore the complex nature of letting go of the past, the importance of boundaries, trust, and self-compassion.&nbsp;We talk about the difference between forgiving and forgetting.&nbsp;This can be a tricky one as we think that we ‘ought’ to just let go of things.&nbsp;And sometimes that is not in our best interests.&nbsp;We explore whether and when it’s ok to put in boundaries to protect ourself.&nbsp;We also discuss what happens when we hold on to a sense of things being better in the past and how that can affect our relationship with our present life.&nbsp;</p><p><br></p><p>We discuss practical ways to navigate emotional baggage, rebuild trust, and find balance between holding on and moving forward.</p><p><br></p><p>Key topics</p><p><br></p><p>Why we hold on to past hurts and memories</p><p>The role of the brain in emotional patterns</p><p>Boundaries and trust in relationships</p><p>The difference between forgive and forget</p><p>Practicing self-compassion and acceptance</p><p>The impact of nostalgia on present life</p><p>Techniques for letting go and closure</p><p>The importance of perspective shift</p>","author_name":"Adrienne Kirk and Lucy Ranger"}