Can You Really Leave Your Past Behind You? – 028
There are days we love remembering wonderful moments that have passed. But there are other times the past invades our lives, affecting how we live and react today. We find our grit and grace when discovering how to determine our future while learning powerful lessons from our past. In this episode Darlene takes a little time to talk to Julie about a past that could have determined the course of Julie’s life but did not. You may have come to relate to our outspoken, bubbly and transparent co-host, but what you may not know is some of the hardship she’s had to overcome. Listen in and see if you can’t learn to leave some of your past behind you, too.
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Julie encouraged you to go back and make sure you listen to our recent episode on optimism; The Benefits of Optimism in the Grit and Grace Life – 025.
We would also suggest you go listen to the next part of her story in Julie Graham’s Untold Story of Heartbreak, Healing and Hope – 101.
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Quote of the episode:
“Surrender to what is. Let go of what was. Have faith in what will be.” Sonia Ricotti
Hear more of Julie’s story in episode 101 here!
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