I used self-examination to understand the value in my past experiences. Once I found the meaning in the experience, I was able to forgive myself and others and

I used self-examination to understand the value in my past experiences. Once I found the meaning in the experience, I was able to forgive myself and others and move on. I even became thankful for having that experience. The key is to ask yourself questions you are afraid to ask. I learned this habit by reading the Platonic dialogues. I read them carefully and in doing so, I began to apply the Socratic method to myself.