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Forgiveness, Trust, and Moving Forward (Episode 2 - Archive)
Forgiveness, Trust, and Moving Forward (Episode 2 - Archive)
Forgiveness, Trust, and Moving Forward (Episode 2 - Archive)
Wednesday 6th August 2025
Explore forgiveness and trust in relationships with Wes Thompson and Austin Hill. Learn to heal without becoming a doormat.
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Get the buttons here!The Art of Forgiveness: Navigating Trust and Boundaries
Episode Overview
- True forgiveness involves acknowledging the hurt before moving forward.
- Forgiving doesn't mean restoring a relationship to its previous state.
- Trust in relationships can ebb and flow based on actions.
- Healthy boundaries are crucial for self-respect and protection.
- Forgiveness is compatible with loving someone from a distance.
Forgiveness has nothing to do with us loving someone...we can love somebody, forgive them, and no longer have a relationship with them.
Imagine forgiving someone, only to find yourself lending them your bike again, only for it to end up in a pawn shop. In this episode of 'Relational Recovery', Wes Thompson and Austin Hill tackle the complex dance of forgiveness and trust. They dive into the often misunderstood notion of 'forgive and forget' and how this can lead to becoming a doormat rather than healing.
Wes shares personal anecdotes about his past experiences with forgiveness, explaining how he initially skipped the crucial step of acknowledging hurt, resulting in shallow forgiveness. The hosts highlight that true forgiveness involves recognising when you've been wronged and processing those emotions before deciding how to move forward. This isn't just about letting go of anger; it's about redefining relationships and understanding trust's ebbs and flows.
Wes candidly reflects on how naively trusting others led him to repeatedly lend out his bike, only to be let down. Through humour and honesty, they stress that forgiveness doesn't mean putting oneself back in harm's way. The conversation delves into the delicate balance between loving someone and maintaining healthy boundaries. Forgiveness doesn't necessarily mean restoring a relationship to its former state. Instead, it might mean loving from a distance while protecting oneself from further harm.
The episode is a heartfelt exploration of how forgiveness and trust are vital for relational health, yet must be handled with care. If you're grappling with similar issues or just curious about how forgiveness can transform your relationships, this episode offers both practical advice and personal reflections that are sure to resonate.