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Self-Forgiveness and Moving Past Mistakes

Maltz emphasizes the importance of forgiving yourself and learning from past failures rather than dwelling on them. He found that unresolved guilt and regret can anchor us to past mistakes, preventing forward movement. By practicing self-compassion, we free ourselves to take risks and grow. To move past setbacks:

  • Accept that mistakes are part of learning and growth.
  • View each setback as a valuable lesson, rather than a defining failure.

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