We Can Do Hard Things 53. How to Love Yourself & Let Yourself be Loved with Ashley C. Ford
Dec 16, 2021
Ashley C. Ford, the author of the best-selling memoir Somebody’s Daughter, dives into the importance of discussing our pain for healing. She emphasizes the power of apologies in nurturing relationships and explores our struggle to allow ourselves to be loved. Ford shares how her self-belief grants her peace, revealing that true empowerment comes from within. The conversation also touches on the links between childhood experiences, self-worth, and the ongoing journey of embracing self-love and authenticity.
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Truth and Healing
- Telling the truth about painful experiences is crucial for healing.
- Ashley C. Ford emphasizes that avoiding these truths hinders personal growth.
Father's Advice
- Ashley's father encouraged her to tell her truth, regardless of others' feelings.
- He believed truth-telling and love were the most valuable actions.
The Power of Hope
- Embracing hope, even briefly, can create a lasting desire for it.
- This desire can fuel personal growth and lead to positive change, despite challenges.
