What March Can Teach Us About Starting Over 🌱🌸
March is a month of transformation. As winter fades and the first signs of spring begin to emerge, nature reminds us that renewal is always possible. The cold, barren landscape slowly gives way to warmth, new growth, and fresh possibilities. And just like the changing season, healing after betrayal is a process of shedding the old and making space for something new.
If you’ve been feeling stuck in your healing, let March serve as your reminder that new beginnings are always available—you just have to be willing to embrace them. Whether you’re learning to trust again, rebuilding self-worth, or simply trying to move forward, this month is the perfect opportunity to reset and start fresh. Here’s what March can teach us about starting over—and how you can apply these lessons to your healing journey.
Starting Over Requires Letting Go of the Past 🍂🌿
Before spring brings new blooms, the earth must shed the remnants of winter. The same is true for healing—you cannot fully embrace a new beginning if you’re still holding onto the past. This doesn’t mean forgetting what happened or pretending the pain didn’t exist. It means making a conscious choice to stop carrying what no longer serves you.
Ask yourself:
– What pain or resentment am I still holding onto?
– How is my past preventing me from moving forward?
– What can I release this month to make space for emotional renewal?
Mindset Shift #1: Release the weight of your past so you can step into your future. Holding onto betrayal, regret, or guilt keeps you tied to what hurt you. By choosing to let go, you create space for healing, growth, and new possibilities.
💡Take Action: Write down one thought, belief, or emotional burden that has been weighing you down. Then, decide what you need to do to release it—whether it’s writing a letter (even if you don’t send it), practicing self-forgiveness, or setting a boundary that protects your peace.
Growth Happens in Small, Imperfect Steps** 🌱
When spring arrives, plants don’t bloom overnight. They start as tiny buds, breaking through the soil little by little, until they blossom fully. Healing works the same way—it doesn’t happen instantly, and it doesn’t have to be perfect to be meaningful. Sometimes, the pressure to “move on” quickly can make healing feel like a race. But real transformation happens in **small, consistent steps**.
Ask yourself:
– What small step can I take this month that brings me closer to healing?
– Where have I already made progress that I haven’t acknowledged?
– How can I give myself more grace in this journey?
Mindset Shift #2: Focus on progress, not perfection. Healing is not about doing everything right—it’s about continuing to move forward, even when the progress feels slow. The key is consistency over intensity.
💡 Take Action: Choose one small act of self-care to prioritize this month. It could be setting a new boundary, engaging in a healing practice like journaling, or committing to a personal goal that helps you reconnect with yourself.
Embracing Change Opens the Door for New Possibilities 🌸
Spring is a time of transformation—longer days, warmer weather, and visible growth everywhere. But change doesn’t just happen in nature; it happens within us, too. After betrayal, it’s natural to resist change. You might cling to the past because it feels familiar, even if it no longer serves you. But growth only happens when you’re willing to step into the unknown.
Ask yourself:
– What new experiences, perspectives, or opportunities am I avoiding out of fear?
– How can I be more open to what’s ahead instead of staying stuck in what’s behind me?
– What is one new mindset I want to embrace this month?
Mindset Shift #3: Every ending creates space for a new beginning. Even if it doesn’t feel like it yet, new opportunities are waiting for you—whether in love, self-growth, or emotional healing. You just have to be willing to step into them.
💡 Take Action: Try one new thing this month that pushes you outside of your comfort zone. It could be a small social event, a new hobby, or simply shifting the way you talk to yourself.
Moving Forward With Confidence 🌟
March is more than just the beginning of a new season—it’s a reminder that growth, healing, and fresh starts are always possible.
– Let go of what no longer serves you.
– Focus on small, consistent steps instead of perfection.
– Embrace change and welcome new possibilities.
If you’re struggling to take those first steps, you don’t have to do it alone. The PBT® Institute’s Reclaim program offers a structured, supportive path to help you navigate healing with confidence and clarity. 💜 If you’re ready to start over with purpose, let March be the month you take action. The PBT® Institute’s Reclaim program is here to guide you through the process of rebuilding trust, confidence, and emotional strength. Your healing is happening. Your fresh start is waiting. Are you ready to step into it?
Dr. Debi Silber, Founder and CEO of The PBT (Post Betrayal Transformation) Institute and National Forgiveness Day is a WBENC-Certified WBE (Women’s Business Enterprise) is an award-winning speaker, bestselling author, holistic psychologist, a health, mindset and personal development expert. Through a predictable, proven multi-pronged approach, Dr. Debi and her team of Certified PBT Coaches/Practitioners help people heal (physically, mentally and emotionally) from the trauma of shattered trust and betrayal. Get started on your healing here.