The Best of You

157: Braving Change—3 Ways to Get Unstuck & Transform Guilt and Regret

May 8, 2025
Explore the tumultuous world of relationships and feelings of being stuck. Discover three brave paths to navigate complex emotions, whether it's loyalty versus growth or guilt versus freedom. Hear a powerful story about confronting regret. Learn to differentiate between true and false guilt while embracing the concept of radical surrender. This discussion empowers you to view guilt and regret as catalysts for personal transformation and encourages compassionate growth.
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ANECDOTE

Priya's Complex Mother-Daughter Story

  • Priya loved her mom but felt controlled and conflicted by her mom's criticism and passive aggression.
  • She hid aspects of her life and lied to avoid conflict, feeling stuck between loyalty and frustration.
ADVICE

3 Paths to Brave Change

  • To brave complicated relationships, choose to fight for change, leave, or suffer wisely with boundaries and self-care.
  • Suffering wisely involves radical acceptance, caring for yourself, and intentional resilience, not passivity.
ANECDOTE

Ava's Journey Through Regret

  • Ava broke free from abusive relationships but felt regret after seeing a childhood boyfriend.
  • She realized her regret was for the person she hadn't become, inspiring hope for future growth.
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