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What does it mean?
Everyone agrees that the past cannot be changed and should be left behind.
In plain terms
We all agree the past is done.
What can you take from it?
Accept that the past is over.

Where it applies

  • group discussion
  • historical reflection

Putting it to work

  • focus on present actions

Questions to consider

  • Is the past truly over?
  • When do you let go?

Another view

Some past events still impact the present.

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