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2035: The Road to Reconciliation: Get Out of the Middle of the Picture by Keith Wilson on Understanding and Forgiving

Jan 16, 2024
Keith Wilson, a transformative counselor, discusses a unique approach to healing difficult familial relationships. He suggests viewing parents as individuals separate from their roles, fostering empathy and potential forgiveness. By shifting perspectives and removing emotions, challenging relationships can be improved, including those with parents.
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  • Shifting our perspective by referring to loved ones by name instead of titles allows us to view them as individuals, fostering empathy and potentially leading to reconciliation.
  • Gaining a deeper understanding of loved ones' life stories can help contextualize their actions and choices, promoting empathy and forgiveness.

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Shifting Perspective: Referring to Loved Ones by Name

To reconcile with loved ones, it is beneficial to shift our perspective by referring to them by name instead of their title (e.g., mother, father). This allows us to see them as distinct individuals and connect with them as equals, rather than as extensions of ourselves. This exercise helps to create distance and enables us to view their actions and choices in a more objective light. While it may seem disrespectful to some, understanding our loved ones' experiences and challenges outside of our own can foster empathy and promote healthier relationships.

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