Reframing your past painful experiences and seeing them in a humorous light takes away the power and emotional charge attached to the memory of the hurtful event.

Miya Yamanouchi
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This quote is a great reminder that we should not take memories of the past too seriously. When we do, we can easily find ourselves in a painful and negative situation in the future. If we keep a light attitude and reframe our experiences, we can realize that it doesn’t have to define us. We can learn to laugh at ourselves for our little flaws and failures. Reframing helps us to see ourselves in a positive light, which is an important step in learning self-acceptance.

Source: Embrace Your Sexual Self: A Practical Guide For Women

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