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Letting Go for Good
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HOW TO RELEASE ANGER AND RESENTMENT AFTER DIVORCE Divorce is certainly an emotional roller coaster — one you didn’t necessarily sign up for. Between legal battles, paperwork, and figuring out your new normal, it’s easy for anger and resentment to linger long after the ink dries on the divorce papers. But here’s the thing: Holding on to that negativity only weighs you down. Letting go doesn’t mean forgetting or making an excuse for what happened; it means freeing yourself to move forward.
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So, how do you let go of anger and resentment after divorce? Let’s take a look at a few ways to lighten the emotional load and start fresh.
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ACKNOWLEDGE YOUR FEELINGS (WITHOUT LETTING THEM CONTROL YOU) Yes, you have every right to be mad, frustrated, or even heartbroken. But staying stuck in those emotions won’t do you any favors. Give yourself time to process. You can journal, talk to a trusted friend, or even yell into a pillow if that helps. Just don’t allow the negativity to consume you. SHIFT YOUR PERSPECTIVE It’s easy to focus on what went wrong or how unfair things feel, but try flipping the script. Instead of dwelling on the past, ask yourself: What can I learn from this? How can I grow from this experience? Even tough situations have silver linings, and shifting your mindset can help you find them. SET BOUNDARIES If you’re co-parenting or still in occasional contact with your ex, setting healthy boundaries is crucial. That might mean limiting conversations to only necessary topics or avoiding certain triggers. Boundaries help prevent old wounds from reopening and give you the space you need to heal. TAKE CARE OF YOURSELF Self-care isn’t just bubble baths and spa days (though those are great, too). It’s about doing things that bring you peace. Exercise, try a new hobby, spend time with supportive friends, or just take a deep breath and remind yourself that you’re doing the best you can. FORGIVE (NOT FOR THEM, FOR YOU) Forgiveness isn’t about saying what happened was okay. It’s about releasing the hold anger has on you. Letting go doesn’t mean you have to reconcile, but it does mean you’re choosing happiness over bitterness.
Inspired by AllRecipes.com
Ginger Veggie Stir Fry
With delicious vegetables seasoned with tangy ginger, this recipe is sure to please vegans and meat-eaters alike!
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4 tbsp vegetable oil, divided 2 tsp fresh chopped ginger root, divided
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3/4 cup julienned carrots
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1/2 cup snow peas
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1/2 cup halved green beans
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2 cloves garlic, crushed
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3 tbsp water
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1 tbsp cornstarch
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2 tbsp soy sauce
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1 small head broccoli, cut into florets
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1/4 cup chopped onions
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1/2 tsp salt
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Ultimately, you deserve peace. And by letting go of anger and resentment, you’re making room for something even better — your own happiness.
1. In a large bowl, mix 2 tbsp vegetable oil, 1 tsp ginger, garlic, and cornstarch. 2. Add broccoli, carrots, snow peas, and green beans, and toss lightly. 3. Heat the remaining oil in a large skillet or wok over medium heat. Add the vegetables and cook for 2 minutes. 4. Stir in water and soy sauce. Add onion, salt, and the remaining ginger; cook and stir until the vegetables are crisp and tender.
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