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Forgiveness, Trust, and Moving Forward (Episode 2)
Forgiveness, Trust, and Moving Forward (Episode 2)
Forgiveness, Trust, and Moving Forward (Episode 2)
Monday 19th August 2024
Explore forgiveness and trust in relationships with West Thompson and Austin Hill. Learn how to set boundaries while practising compassion.
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Episode Overview
- Forgiveness requires acknowledging the pain caused by others.
- Self-respect is crucial in the process of genuine forgiveness.
- Trust should be adjusted based on actions, not given blindly.
- Setting boundaries is essential for healthy relationships.
- Forgiveness doesn’t mean maintaining a relationship at all costs.
Forgiveness has nothing to do with us loving someone. We can love somebody, forgive them, and no longer have a relationship with them.
In this episode of Relational Recovery, hosts West Thompson and Austin Hill dive deep into the complexities of forgiveness, trust, and moving forward. They share personal stories and reflections that many can relate to, especially those grappling with addiction and relational health. West opens up about his past misconceptions of forgiveness, where he would simply forget the wrongs done to him without truly processing the hurt.
This shallow form of forgiveness, he explains, led to a diminished sense of self-worth and allowed others to mistreat him repeatedly. The discussion shifts to the importance of acknowledging the pain caused by others as a crucial step towards genuine forgiveness. They explore how recognising that you deserve respect is vital in the healing process.
The hosts also touch on the delicate balance of trust in relationships, emphasising that it’s not about blindly trusting again but rather adjusting the level of trust based on actions. Austin shares a humorous yet poignant anecdote about lending his bike to someone who never returned it, illustrating the fine line between being forgiving and being taken advantage of. The episode is a candid conversation that highlights the importance of setting boundaries while still practising compassion and love.
It’s a must-listen for anyone seeking to understand the intricate dance between forgiveness and trust in their journey towards recovery.