Have ever wanted to say things to your mother, or a loved one, but didn’t have the courage to do so? Well, you're not alone. Hey there, I'm Susan Gibson, and I'm thrilled to welcome you to my podcast, "Finding Forgiveness - A Family Fairy Tale." In this deeply personal podcast, I invite you to join me on an extraordinary journey of self-discovery and healing. Over the span of five decades, I walked the path of finding forgiveness with my mother, a journey that led me to profound insights about the complexities of family relationships. Together, we'll unravel the intricate threads that compose the tapestry of our lives. "Finding Forgiveness - A Family Fairy Tale" is not just a podcast; it's a safe space for exploration. Picture this: family stories are a blend of reality and imagination, much like the enchanting tales from Disney with singing animals, and dancing broomsticks. Other versions are more Brothers Grimm, where crones cast wicked spells with dire consequences. Every family narrative is a unique blend of heroes and villains, moments of triumph and challenges. Join me as we navigate the depths of our own stories, summoning the bravery to ask the tough questions and confront the shadows that lie beneath the surface. Together, we'll journey through hidden family secrets, bridging the gaps in our understanding, all while exploring the intricate dance between my mother and me. As we peel back the layers, you might just find revelations about yourself and your loved ones that you never knew existed. Above all, this podcast is a beacon of hope for finding forgiveness. Together, we'll explore the inner recesses of our hearts and minds, paving the way for understanding, empathy, and ultimately, forgiveness. So, let's embark on this transformative adventure—toward healing, reconciliation, and the power to heal our own hearts. Tune in to "Finding Forgiveness - A Family Fairy Tale" and discover the magic of self-discovery, relationship exploration, and the profound journey to forgiveness. About the Host: Susan Gibson grew up in a small town in Northern Maine, the only surviving child of parents who married young and divorced young. From the influence of their shared experiences, Susan has learned two things that are core to who she is: the value of community, and the power of having a voice. Susan has spent her entire academic and professional career as a woman in tech, from developer to project manager, pioneering agile transformation coach, consultant, and trainer, to Temenos facilitator. She is currently CEO of Temenos+Agility, a management consulting company she co-founded with her partner, Siraj Sirajuddin, where they help enterprises transform organizationally and personally, to find a more meaningful way to deliver value to their customers, and ultimately, to themselves. Susan is a frequent contributor to the Women in Tech (WiT) Regatta, and speaks at public and private events around the world, using her voice to grow communities of women, mentors and allies in tech. Her gentle insights are always perceptive and she has a knack for bringing together seemingly incongruent groups of people, aligned through their experiences and visions for themselves. Susan has many lifelong pursuits - healthy eating, fitness, yoga & meditation, music, art, poetry, theater, opera, reading, movies, travel, family and friends. She is also rebuilding her family’s 110-year-old homestead in Northern Maine, a true labor of love. Susan’s Profile https://www.linkedin.com/in/meetsusangibson Website visiontemenos.com (Company) http://visiontemenos.com/ Email susan@visiontemenos.com Twitter https://twitter.com/meetsusangibson