236: Forgiveness Is for You: How to Let Go of Anger and Stop Replaying the Past with Emily Ricks

Send us Fan Mail **Forgiveness Is for You: How to Let Go of Anger and Stop Replaying the Past with Emily Ricks** Have you ever replayed a painful experience in your mind, wishing things had happened differently? If you're an over-giver, letting go can feel like excusing someone's behavior or allowing them to get away with hurting you. **But what if forgiveness isn't about making someone else feel better? What if it's about freeing yourself?** Today I'm joined by Emily Ricks, certified life coach and host of the Parenting Teens for LDS Moms podcast, to explore how forgiveness can help you release resentment, reclaim your peace, and move forward without abandoning your values. **In this episode, you'll learn:** - How grievance stories keep you stuck in the past and drain your emotional energy. - The difference between what actually happened and the story you tell yourself about it. - Why forgiving someone doesn't mean excusing their behavior or giving up your boundaries. - How to rewrite painful stories in ways that help you feel more peaceful and empowered. - How to practice forgiveness, extend love to yourself, and stop giving other people control over your emotions. **You don't have to pretend that what happened was okay. You can honor your values, establish boundaries, and choose a different relationship with the past.** Remember: Forgiveness isn't another obligation on your to-do list. It's a gift you can give yourself. **Resources Mentioned** **Forgive for Good by Dr. Fred Luskin**: https://link.amazon/B0aTwQoPE **Byron Katie's work** on questioning thoughts and accepting reality https://link.amazon/B01NGxBZo **Emily Ricks's free forgiveness workshop**: emilyrickscoaching.com/forgiveness **Parenting Teens for LDS Moms podcast** hosted by Emily Ricks:  https://podfollow.com/parenting-teens-for-lds-moms **Ready to reclaim your peace? Connect with me now to discover how letting go of resentment can help you move forward while staying true to yourself.** **Come work with me** and let's create more of what you want by letting go of what you don't. **Ask About Availability:** https://maryannwalker.life/contact-me **Follow me on Instagram:** https://www.instagram.com/maryannwalker.life/ **Follow me on Facebook:** https://www.facebook.com/maryannwalker.life **Follow me on TikTok:** https://www.tiktok.com/@maryannwalker.life **Subscribe to the channel** so you don’t miss next week’s episode, where we’ll continue the conversation by exploring “want matches” and how to recognize the people who are actually a good match for you. **Check out my freebies below for resources to help you get started.** **FREE 7 Day to Feeling Better Challenge:** https://maryannwalker-life.kit.com/cdf81f07e6 **FREE Increasing Connection Through Healthy Boundaries Guidebook:** https://maryannwalker-life.kit.com/2124419f37 **Free Relationship Guide:** https://maryannwalker-life.kit.com/e940c3a258