Does your past define your future?

So many people are stuck in their past and hold on to many years ago experiences. No matter how bad it was, your past does not define your future.

Forgiveness to self and others plays a huge part in letting go of the past and showing up a better version of yourself daily.

The past certainly influences people, including how they see their possibilities and current beliefs, but change is possible.
Suppose you are using the past as an excuse to why you can't be the best version of yourself. In that case, you could find yourself living the same experiences year after year, in Different places, with different faces, but ultimately the same experiences.
It is good to learn from your past and apply your knowledge to the present to live better.