What if forgiveness wasn’t about the other person - but a radical act of self-love?

In this deep and gently powerful episode of Consciously Alive, Phoebe sits down with beloved Play School presenter, author, and yoga teacher Rachael Coopes to explore her newest book The Art of Forgiveness - a modern-day manual for letting go, reclaiming peace, and finding a way forward.

Blending ancient wisdom with neuroscience, personal stories with expert interviews, Rachael brings a refreshing and deeply compassionate take on what forgiveness really means - and what it doesn’t. With a clear boundary around trauma and abuse, she redefines forgiveness as something you do for you, not to condone, forget, or “move on.”

From Indigenous teachings and Stoic philosophy to Chinese medicine and mindfulness, this conversation is rich in soul, science, and self-compassion. If you’ve ever struggled to let go, hold boundaries and a soft heart, or forgive yourself for being human - this one’s for you.

In This Episode, You’ll Learn:

✔️ Why forgiveness is more layered than we think - and why it’s often misunderstood

✔️ How resentment physically and emotionally impacts your body and mind

✔️ The surprising health benefits of forgiveness (like better sleep + lower blood pressure)

✔️ Why self-forgiveness is often the hardest - and most vital - path to peace

✔️ How Rachael weaves yoga, philosophy, and culture into practical tools

✔️ The link between boundaries, empathy, and true forgiveness

✔️ Insights from leaders, psychologists, pro athletes, and Indigenous elders

💡 BONUS: Take this with you: It’s safe to feel it all and still choose peace.

🎧 Tune in now to uncover what letting go really looks like - and how it can set you free.

🔗 Follow Rachael on Instagram @rachaelcoopes and get your copy of The Art of Forgiveness.

🌴 🧘🏼‍♀️ ✨ 🌸 Eat, sleep, RETREAT … in Bali with me this October - your invitation is waiting. More details HERE >

Links & Resources:

✨ Follow Phoebe on Instagram
✨ Join Phoebe on her Women's Only Wellness Bali Retreat 2025
✨ Join The Self Care Space - Healing + Feeling Classes
✨ Join Phoebe’s weekly newsletter
✨ Visit Phoebe's Website
✨ Subscribe & Leave a Review – It helps more people find the podcast!

Thanks for being here for another heart-led episode of Consciously Alive. If this one shifted something inside you, share it with someone who needs it, or tag me online @phoebegreenacre.

Big love,
Phoebe x

JOIN THE PODCAST FACEBOOK COMMUNITY >