24. Why Holding Onto Resentment Hurts You More Then Them: Reflecting on Resentment

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Welcome to Episode 24 Reflecting on: Resentment, where Dr Marcus and Charlie explore why resentment forms, how it affects our wellbeing, and practical ways to work through it.



From the mental replay loops that keep us stuck to the ways resentment signals what matters most to us, this episode dives into how noticing, processing, and releasing resentment can free up energy for joy, connection, and self-care.



We explore:



• What resentment really is: anger, rumination, and moral protest 🧠

• How lingering resentment affects mental and physical health 📚

• Why it protects us from vulnerable feelings like shame, guilt, and sadness ✨

• How to move forward without suppressing or ignoring your emotions 🌱



Practical Advice for Listeners:



• Notice the replay loop: “Am I reliving this more than living today?”

• Use resentment as data: identify the values or boundaries that have been compromised

• Talk about it: communicate your feelings and boundaries

• Write, don’t send: transform resentment into closure through journaling or unsent letters

• Shift focus from them → to you: reinvest energy into joy, connection, and self-care



Thanks for listening, and if something resonates, share it with someone who needs it 🧡



📍 Pillars explored: Introspection & Inspiration, Presence & Gratitude, Community & Connection, Wellbeing & Joy



📚 References cited in this episode:





• Ruiz, D. M., & Mills, J. (1997). The four agreements: A Practical Guide to Personal Freedom. Hay House, Inc.


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Williams, R., & Williams, V. P. (1994). Anger kills. Harper Collins.







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