The Power of Forgiveness: Letting Go of The Past – Triangle Theory #031
March 5, 2025
Forgiveness isn’t just about others—it’s about freeing yourself. In this episode of Triangle Theory, we explore the power of forgiveness, how grudges hold us back, and why learning to let go is key to personal growth. We discuss personal experiences, past relationships, family trauma, and how understanding others' pain can help us move forward.
From overcoming resentment to the impact of generational trauma, this episode dives deep into the psychology of forgiveness. If you've ever struggled to forgive yourself or someone else, this conversation will help you shift your perspective.
In this episode, we discuss:
0:00 - Intro
1:39 - Holding onto resentment keeps you stuck
2:49 - The cost of not letting go: How grudges control you
4:28 - Personal story: Childhood experiences with bullying
7:06 - The moment I realised forgiveness was the only way forward
9:10 - Why people hold onto pain (and how to break free)
12:04 - Learning to forgive those who hurt you
14:52 - The hardest people to forgive: Family and loved ones
20:31 - Why true forgiveness isn’t about forgetting
22:08 - How to reframe past trauma and move on
24:50 - Overcoming resentment in relationships
26:23 - Letting go of anger after a breakup
29:05 - The connection between self-worth and forgiveness
32:08 - Generational trauma: Breaking the cycle
38:40 - Tools for self-reflection and emotional healing
41:09 - The power of writing down and burning past grievances
45:04 - Why forgiving yourself is the hardest step
50:05 - How to stop seeking validation from the past
1:01:20 - How childhood experiences shape our ability to forgive
1:04:45 - Breaking free from guilt and self-judgment
1:07:30 - The role of boundaries in forgiveness
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0:00 - Intro
1:39 - Holding onto resentment keeps you stuck
2:49 - The cost of not letting go: How grudges control you
4:28 - Personal story: Childhood experiences with bullying
7:06 - The moment I realised forgiveness was the only way forward
9:10 - Why people hold onto pain (and how to break free)
12:04 - Learning to forgive those who hurt you
14:52 - The hardest people to forgive: Family and loved ones
20:31 - Why true forgiveness isn’t about forgetting
22:08 - How to reframe past trauma and move on
24:50 - Overcoming resentment in relationships
26:23 - Letting go of anger after a breakup
29:05 - The connection between self-worth and forgiveness
32:08 - Generational trauma: Breaking the cycle
38:40 - Tools for self-reflection and emotional healing
41:09 - The power of writing down and burning past grievances
45:04 - Why forgiving yourself is the hardest step
50:05 - How to stop seeking validation from the past
1:01:20 - How childhood experiences shape our ability to forgive
1:04:45 - Breaking free from guilt and self-judgment
1:07:30 - The role of boundaries in forgiveness
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Hey tribe! - Can I ask you a favour? See, we're completely new to the podcasting game, and any feedback would be appreciated, positive or negative, as we're looking to improve as we go. Thanks!
You can also support us at:
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/triangle.theory_/
TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@triangle.theory
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/50RW93YVyR3YgEIuNdKIAZ?si=d77d72433a074a34
Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/triangle-theory/id1769204627
Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@TriangleTheorypod
Player FM: https://player.fm/series/triangle-theory
Listen Notes: https://lnns.co/bdxlCwfrYN8
Podchaser: https://www.podchaser.com/podcasts/triangle-theory-5790906
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/triangle-theory-podcast/
#triangletheory #selfdevelopment #forgiveness #mentalhealth #personalgrowth