Moving On from Trauma: Why Letting Go of the Past Is the First Step to Healing

At some point in life, we all hit that wall, the one where the past keeps showing up, no matter how badly we want to forget it. But here's the truth: moving on from trauma doesn't mean pretending it never happened. It means choosing not to let it define you anymore.

Letting go of the past is hard, especially when you’ve been hurt deeply. But holding onto pain and waiting for someone else to fix it or make it right? That only keeps you stuck. The hard truth is, if it's out of your control, and if you can’t change it, it’s up to you to take control of where your life goes next.

Healing after trauma starts with ownership. Not of what happened, but of how you move forward. Because no one else is responsible for your happiness but you. If you’re always blaming others or waiting for someone else to change, you’re giving away your power. And you deserve better than that.

You’re in control of your own healing. You get to decide when it’s time to stop letting the past run the show. And when you do that? That’s when the real growth happens. That’s when you start rebuilding a life that feels lighter, freer, and full of possibility.

Moving forward in life means accepting what was but not letting it hold you back from what could be. It’s about creating a new story, one where your future isn't defined by your trauma but by your strength and resilience.

And sometimes, to truly let go and start fresh, you need a reset. A real break. A transformation retreat.

RESET RETREAT — Thailand, Winter 2025

Step into your next chapter

Tired of feeling stuck? This is your chance to break old patterns, build real confidence, and meet a new version of you.

Introducing the Mending Hearts Reset Retreat: Your Next Chapter Starts Here

For anyone ready to break old habits and build a more fulfilling life, Mending Hearts will be hosting a powerful Reset Retreat in Thailand in winter 2025. Thailand in winter 2025 (dates to be confirmed). This isn't just a holiday, it’s an opportunity for you to step away from your old life and step into your next chapter in life.

This transformation retreat is designed to help you get rid of old habits, build your confidence back up, and take that brave step into the next phase of your life.

Imagine spending time in a beautiful, healing space, surrounded by people on the same journey. No judgment, just real connection, support, and the tools to start fresh.

Spots will be limited, so if you're interested in joining us, please register here https://www.mendingheartsretreat.com/book-your-retreat(We’ll keep you updated with dates, pricing, and details as they’re confirmed.)

Let this be your reset. Your transformation. Your moment to move on and move forward.