What Does It Mean to Forgive? How To Reduce Your Suffering and Find Peace of Mind

Self Control - A podcast by Patrick Strevens

How much of your emotional pain and suffering is your fault?Even if you have been wronged or hurt, how long will you continue to hold on to that pain?The first step you can take toward feeling better is the act of forgiveness. Of course it will not be easy, but you can begin to live a better life right now by choosing forgiveness.But what does this really mean?In truth, it is our ego and our pride that hold on the pain and suffering we've experienced. We internalize those hurtful acts and we begin to see ourselves as victims. In fact, if we allow it, our ego can cloud our judgements about the world, leaving us cynical and bitter.But we can begin to release that pain and start healing when we choose not to give our peace of mind to someone or something else. Forgiveness means taking the responsibility to move forward with our life.But how can we do this?In this episode, Patrick speaks with ACIM Forgiveness Coach Luc Bouchard who shares practical tips to regaining your peace of mind, battling depression, overcoming limiting beliefs and learning to give up the overwhelming need to control everything. He also shares deep insights into the process of forgiveness.If you're ready to take steps towards feeling better, healing your trauma, and moving forward, free of pain, this is the episode for you. Listen now!Luc Bouchard has worked in marketing, branding, and message-crafting for businesses. Currently he is pursuing his life's work as a Forgiveness Coach. He is also the creator of The Forgiveness Declarations, a 78-card deck full of prompts one can use on their journey toward forgiveness and achieving peace of mind.For a limited time, Luc is offering listeners of this podcast his Forgiveness Reading service for free! (A $120 value.) Use the link below to book a session with Luc and use the promo code: Forgiveness.https://www.forgivenessdeclarations.ca/book-luc