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Road To Forgiveness w/ Peter Tompkins
Road To Forgiveness w/ Peter Tompkins
Road To Forgiveness w/ Peter Tompkins
Wednesday 21st December 2022
Andrea and Peter Tompkins discuss forgiveness and healing from childhood trauma in this episode of 'Adult Child'.
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Get the buttons here!Peter Tompkins on Forgiveness: Healing from a Dysfunctional Past
Forgiveness does not mean that I'm never going to feel angry at that person again. It got me here, having my own podcast, so I guess I'll take it.
What happens when you grow up in a household shadowed by addiction? In this episode of 'Adult Child', Andrea sits down with Peter Tompkins, an award-winning documentary filmmaker and fine artist, to explore this very question. Peter's latest documentary, 'Road to Forgiveness - Addiction Spares No-One', serves as the backdrop for a heartfelt discussion on the power of forgiveness and its role in healing past wounds.
Peter opens up about his own childhood experiences with alcoholic parents, shedding light on the long-lasting effects of growing up in a dysfunctional family. This conversation isn't just about the surface-level impacts; it's a deep dive into the emotional complexities that come with such a background. One key theme is the importance of self-forgiveness. Andrea and Peter discuss how forgiving oneself is a crucial step before one can truly forgive others.
They also delve into the dangers of premature forgiveness, emphasizing that it doesn't mean excusing or forgetting the past but rather moving towards healing and acceptance. The episode also tackles the tricky terrain of releasing anger in a healthy way. Both Andrea and Peter agree that expressing anger is necessary for emotional healing, but it must be done constructively. They also touch on the idea of experiencing forgiveness from a distance, recognizing that not all relationships can be mended.
If you've ever struggled with the lingering pain of a dysfunctional upbringing or are seeking ways to heal from past traumas, this episode offers valuable insights and practical advice. 'Adult Child' continues to provide a safe space for raw and vulnerable conversations, helping listeners navigate their own journeys toward recovery and self-discovery.