How to Hold a Grudge

Some of us are big criers, some of us are not. But does it really matter? Today: Two tears experts who have experimented with this idea in the lab and in real life let us in on their insights. We hear from Reverend Benjamin Perry, author of the forthcoming book Cry Baby, who taug ...  Show more

Today: a story about defusing conflict when emotions run high, from someone who's made it her life's work.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. 

Why do some things sit heavy in our chest for weeks, months, even years - while others seem to slide right off? In today’s episode, we’re unpacking the psychology of resentment, exploring why letting go can feel so hard, and what our grudges might actually be trying to tell us ab ...  Show more

Holding a grudge can feel like a form of justice, a way of punishing those who have wronged us. But psychologist Fred Luskin says that more often than not, grudges don't hurt the targets of our ...

Have you ever struggled to forgive someone who has hurt you? Do you find it difficult to let go of something that didn’t sit well with you? Have you struggled to let go of grudges and resentment? In this episode, we delve into the complex topic of forgiveness and forgetting. We'l ...  Show more

This week's mantra is "I Release Grudges." Holding onto grudges can feel like carrying a heavy weight, keeping us tethered to past hurts and preventing us from moving forward. True freedom comes from choosing to let go, not for the sake of the other person, but for your own peace ...  Show more