Forgiveness Is For YOU - Overcome Trauma Through Forgiveness20 Loka

S3E41 Self Forgiveness: Responding to Our Inner Critic

Friend,

Why is it sometimes so difficult to forgive ourselves, even after we've confessed our sins and received God's forgiveness?

In this episode, I explore the inner critic and how it can keep us trapped in shame, regret, and self-condemnation. I discuss how disruptions in attachment can shape our beliefs about our worthiness of love and belonging, and why we sometimes use self-punishment to try to prevent rejection or future mistakes.

You'll learn to distinguish between the voice of old wounds, the prompting of conscience, and accusations from the enemy. I share practical ways to recognize the need beneath your inner critic and how to practice self-compassion.

Using examples from the Divine Mercy devotion and the story of St. Peter, I consider what it means to trust in God's forgiveness while allowing ourselves time to heal.

References:

Catechism of the Catholic Church

https://www.vatican.va/content/catechism/en/part_two/section_two/chapter_two/article_4.index.html

George, Carol. “Attachment, Shame, and Trauma.” Brain Sciences vol. 15,4 415. 19 Apr. 2025, doi:10.3390/brainsci15040415

Kowalska, Maria Faustina. Diary: Divine Mercy in My Soul. Marian Press, 2005, entry 723.

Neff, Kristin. Self-Compassion: The Proven Power of Being Kind to Yourself. William Morrow, 2011.

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Host & Producer: Dr. Carron Silva
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A Final Word

Thank you for listening, Friend. Remember: Forgiveness is for YOU.

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