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Our past shapes our present and helps us identify who we are and where we are headed.
It’s natural that we use our past experiences as a point of reference, for what we do not want in our lives.
However, as part of healing, accepting, embracing and validating that part of you is vital to move forward. Slowly but surely you will move towards releasing, and will begin to see the present and future in a more promising light.
Loving that part of you is essential. (inner child, inner adolescence, whatever you call it)
Fortunately we have JAAJ's Daily Self Love Stack 2024 🤍 that can help you amp up self love, self worth and self esteem.
To move past this 
Mind though that these don’t happen overnight.
It is a process that requires patience, dedication and a commitment to change.
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