Ever felt deeply hurt by someone? In Part 1 of this heartfelt series, Sage Robbins and her dear friend, podcast host turned surrogate, Mary B., dive intimately into the essence of forgiveness, exploring its profound impact on mental health and personal well-being.  Sage shares how forgiveness has unlocked her inner freedom and helped her align with her true nature, while Mary offers a fresh perspective on transforming even everyday frustrations into opportunities for growth.  Their conversation addresses modern phenomena like cancel culture, encouraging listeners to look beyond actions and recognize the inherent innocence in each person. As Tony Robbins often teaches, forgiveness is about freeing oneself from the chains of past hurts to step into a more beautiful state and impactful destiny.  Together, they shine a light on the award-winning Netflix series "Baby Reindeer" as a powerful illustration of human complexity and the transformative power of forgiveness. The show’s depiction of trauma and redemption beautifully reinforces the themes of this conversation, demonstrating how understanding and compassion can emerge from even the most unexpected and challenging circumstances.  Throughout this episode, Sage and Mary invite listeners on a reflective journey, offering practical advice and heartfelt encouragement. They emphasize the vital role of compassion, acceptance, and the ongoing journey of forgiving oneself, others, and our loved ones.  We hope you enjoy!  EPISODE NOTES: 00:00:00 – Forgiveness = Let go, apologize, say sorry, atonement, make amends 00:02:00 – “Forgiveness is the path to coming home” 00:05:40 – Traumas and tragedies 00:07:20 – Victim and villain 00:09:50 – To err is human 00:12:40 – The nuance of opening and closing 01:14:30 – Are you “for giving?” 00:19:50 – Baby Reindeer and the human experience   Watch this episode on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mV6fQOleMtM&t=35s