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The episode discusses how unresolved past trauma can lead to poor choices and emphasizes the importance of forgiveness and seeking help.

Many times, when people make poor choices, it might be rooted in some unresolved past trauma. Justin and Trisha Davis talk with Jim Daly about learning to forgive some of the bad decisions their parents made. Also, John and the Smalley's will encourage you to be honest if you've made a bad choice and seek appropriate help. Find us online at focusonthefamily.com/marriagepodcast or call 1-800-A-FAMILY One Choice Away from Change Hope Restored Identifying Harmful Patterns To Heal Your Marriage I-II (Digital Download) Take the Reactive Cycle Assessment Listen to Focus Live on Godcaster

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