

2250 | Dr. Wayne W. Dyer: “What Comes Out is What's Inside.”
Aug 21, 2025
Wayne Dyer, renowned self-help author and motivational speaker, delves into the transformative power of forgiveness. He shares a poignant story about his absent father, revealing how releasing hate can cultivate love, creativity, and abundance in our lives. Dyer uses vivid metaphors, like a snake bite's venom and an orange’s juice, to illustrate that what emerges under pressure reflects our inner state. By letting go of negativity, we can foster emotional growth and embrace positivity, leading to a more fulfilling life.
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Grave Visit That Changed Everything
- Wayne Dyer describes discovering his father's grave and confronting decades of hatred he carried.
- Forgiving his absent, alcoholic father transformed his health, relationships, and creativity almost immediately.
Venom Kills, Not The Bite
- Dyer uses the snake-bite metaphor to show lasting harm comes from unresolved venom, not the initial wound.
- He argues we control whether that venom circulates by choosing to release or hold onto negativity.
Close Emotional Wounds, Don’t Reopen Them
- Do not repeatedly reopen emotional wounds by ruminating and feed them attention.
- Close those wounds and let your natural healing restore you instead of amplifying the damage.