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Forgiveness and Consequences (Part 1)
Forgiveness and Consequences (Part 1)
Forgiveness and Consequences (Part 1)
Monday 18th July 2022
Join Wes Thompson and Austin Hill as they explore the balance between forgiveness and consequences in recovery on 'Relational Recovery'.
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Get the buttons here!Balancing Forgiveness and Consequences: Insights from Wes Thompson and Austin Hill
Forgiveness is the conscious, deliberate decision to release feelings of resentment or vengeance towards someone or a group of people who have harmed you. Consequence is the result or the effect of an action. It's the outcome of a choice I made.
Ever struggled with the balance between forgiveness and facing the consequences of actions? In this thought-provoking episode of 'Relational Recovery', hosts Wes Thompson and Austin Hill tackle this delicate subject head-on. They start by breaking down what forgiveness really means—a conscious choice to let go of resentment or vengeance against someone who has wronged you. Then, they delve into consequences, explaining them as the natural outcomes of choices we make. This episode isn't just about definitions, though.
Wes and Austin dive deep into the love-hate relationship many of us have with these concepts. They argue that while forgiveness is a gift, consequences need to sting a bit to be effective—they create necessary pain that prompts change. The hosts also explore how our religious and cultural backgrounds can muddy our understanding of forgiveness and consequences, sometimes leading to what's known as 'toxic forgiveness'.
This is when we forgive without holding people accountable for their actions, which can be harmful in the long run. Throughout the episode, the importance of accountability in recovery is emphasized. Wes and Austin share how being accountable can foster healthy conflict within teams and relationships. They also touch on empathy's crucial role in navigating forgiveness and consequences. To wrap things up, they offer practical advice for balancing grace and accountability in your recovery journey.
As they point out, forgiveness and consequences aren't mutually exclusive—they're two sides of the same coin. Tune in to gain valuable insights and tips on how to embrace these complexities and prioritize accountability in your path to recovery.