# Redefining Forgiveness while Grieving: Making Peace with the Past -13

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Podcast: [Enduring Grief](https://stenobird.com/podcast/enduring-grief-7052084)
Published: 2025-05-20T10:00:00+00:00
Episode link: https://enduring-grief.captivate.fm/episode/making-peace
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## Resource

This episode is Part 1 of a special two-part series exploring the messy, powerful, and deeply human experience of forgiveness. Host Sarah Peterson is joined by returning guests Dr. Marlis Beier and Dr. Dean Sharpe for an honest conversation about what forgiveness really means—beyond clichés and simple answers. Together, they explore the emotional and psychological layers of forgiving others, forgiving yourself, and even questioning if forgiveness is always necessary for healing after loss. From personal reflections to practical metaphors and insights, this episode offers a compassionate look at how forgiveness can shape grief, growth, and inner peace—while also honoring that the path forward is different for everyone. Whether you’re a caregiver, supporting someone through bereavement, or looking for new grief resources, this conversation offers hope, practical coping strategies, and permission to forge your own path forward. Instagram: @clearmourning Official Website: clearmourning.org Sarah Peterson is a licensed clinical social worker with over 13 years of experience in medical social work, hospice care and in private practice. As the founder of Clear Mourning, a nonprofit organization dedicated to shifting the culture of grief through innovation, support, and awareness, Sarah brings a deep understanding of grief and loss to her work. Her personal experiences, including the tragic loss of her two-year-old daughter and father, have profoundly shaped her mission to provide compassionate support to others navigating grief. Sarah holds a Master of Social Work from Portland State University and has extensive experience in both private practice and nonprofit leadership. She also serves as an adjunct instructor at Portland State, runs her own private practice, and provides…

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