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Forgiving ain’t about forgetting or saying it was okay to get hurt. It’s about letting go of that control someone’s got on you because they hurt you. Think of it like sending those heavy feelings off in a helium balloon. But no, I don’t forgive everyone. Why? Because not every hurt fades away, and that’s okay.

Forgiving your mom starts with understanding what’s really going on. Is she hurting you now, or is this past stuff? If it’s happening now, you gotta set those boundaries first. Forgiveness is more for you than her; it lets you move on. But you need some sort of closure before you can truly let go.

Stuck thoughts are like a hamster on a wheel in your brain, just going round and round. If you wanna stop ’em, first, chill out on the stress. Get some good sleep and distract yourself. Some folks even use a rubber band on the wrist; snap it when that thought comes back. If all else fails, maybe see a pro.

When you stand up for yourself, you’re shaking up the status quo. People might’ve liked you ’cause you were easy to control. Now, you’re changing the game. It can make ’em uneasy or even angry. Being assertive ain’t the same as being aggressive. Find that middle ground. Get some new tools in your toolbox besides just a “hammer.”