“When you’re constantly barreling forward, you’re not really paying attention to what’s happening around you.” A small smile played around Olivia’s lips. “Not really giving yourself a chance to change course.” Self HelpBusyBusynessTaking A BreakTaking A Pause Book:This Time Could Be Different Source: This Time Could Be Different
“Forgiveness is such a tricky term.” Olivia smoothed her skirt. “What it actually means is an absence of anger or resentment. Somehow we’ve made it more complicated and decided it puts the onus on someone who’s been hurt to make the person who hurt them feel better or condone what that person did.” PsychologySelf HelpForgivenessSelf Care Book:This Time Could Be Different Source: This Time Could Be Different
“It seems like a strange idea, but it’s quite simple. We’re shaped by the stories we’re told about ourselves when we’re young. As we age, we have the chance to decide whether those narratives really fit or whether we want something different. But changing often requires us to—” Olivia seemed to search for words. “Untangle ourselves from the old script.” PsychologySelf HelpSelf SeekingSelf ExplorationSelf Search Book:This Time Could Be Different Source: This Time Could Be Different