Program Details*

Title

Healing without Forgiveness: The Wisdom in Anger, Grief, and Resentment

Description

Healing doesn't come from forcing the emotions or actions often associated with forgiveness—it comes from making room for the emotions that naturally arise from pain and betrayal. This presentation explores how anger, grief, and resentment can promote safety, healthy boundaries, and lasting healing, often more effectively than pursuing forgiveness before you're ready.


Must be 18 years of age or older.

Presenter’s Name

Tara L Travia

Presenter’s Website

TaraTraviaphd.com

Presenter’s Bio

Dr. Tara Travia is a licensed psychologist, EMDR Certified Clinician and Consultant, and continuing education provider specializing in complex trauma. She integrates ACT and EMDR to help driven, gifted individuals heal and thrive. Her latest book, "The Forgiveness Trap", is available in paperback and digital formats.

*Note: The information above is a draft provided by the presenter and may be different in the HalloweeM Program Booklet.

Date/Time/Location†

Saturday at 1:30 PM in Michigan A

†Note: The date, time & location listed in our PAAG (when it becomes available) supersedes the date, time & location listed here, if different. The hotel layout for HalloweeM can be found here.

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[p]Chicago Area Mensa’s Regional Gathering (RG) HalloweeM is being held at the Westin North Shore Hotel. This is a large (about 500 attendees), fun, family-friendly event. Drinks, snacks, and most meals are included. There are games, tournaments, dances, and a multi-track program as well as the infamous Costume Contest on Friday and both Pretentious Drinking and the Epicurean Experience on Saturday. [/p][p]We encourage you to register and book your room in advance to qualify for any discounts, but you may register on-site. [p]Please sign-up on the website to volunteer in before you come to WeeM.[/p][p]Bring books and media to donate to our book sale—all proceeds are donated to a charity.[/p][p]See our HalloweeM website ([url]http://www.chicagomensa.org/weem/index.php[/url]) for the most up-to-date details.[/p]
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