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In my attempt to forget my painful past, I almost forgot who I was.
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The Hidden Cost of Forgetting
In trying to erase old wounds we can inadvertently erase the parts that make us unique, because every chapter—however painful—contributes to our identity. Embracing memories with kindness allows healing to honor both our past and our authentic self.
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Takeaway: Invite yourself to journal one painful memory today and note the strength or lesson it brought, honoring it as part of your personal story.
Reflect: How might embracing a painful memory help you reconnect with the person you were meant to become?
