NITTY GRITTY to BALANCE

EP: 22 Why Forgiveness Feels Like Freedom


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In this heartfelt and deeply reflective episode of Nitty Gritty to Balance, we explore forgiveness, one of the most misunderstood yet powerful tools for healing and self-liberation.

Forgiveness isn’t about “forgive and forget” or brushing pain under the rug. It’s not about excusing or condoning what happened. It’s about reclaiming peace, releasing the emotional weight and freeing yourself from the stories that hold you back.

Through honest conversation and grounded wisdom, we unpack what forgiveness really means, why it matters and how to move through it step by step with compassion and mindfulness.

In this episode, we explore:

 ✔️ What forgiveness is not; dismantling the myths of “forgive and forget”

 ✔️ The connection between forgiveness, self-care and inner peace

 ✔️ The five stages of forgiveness: release, compassion, freedom, acceptance and integration 

 ✔️ How compassion is the bridge between pain and peace

 ✔️ The role of the body in letting go and reclaiming emotional space

 ✔️ The science behind forgiveness how it lowers cortisol, blood pressure and supports vagus nerve health

 ✔️ A guided practice for “Releasing Through Compassionate Reframing”

 ✔️ How gratitude closes the loop, transforming pain into wisdom

We close the episode by reminding listeners that forgiveness is freedom a gift you give yourself to stop carrying what no longer serves you. It’s not about rewriting your story, but reclaiming it.

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NITTY GRITTY to BALANCEBy WITH STACI GATZKE & ABEGAIL HILLS