The Transformative Power of Forgiveness: Insights From The Movie ‘Sista’

The One with Olabimpe Shode: Episode 17 (2023)

Mo' Lanee Sibyl, DPh, PhD
3 min readJul 7, 2023

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Wherever you find yourself in life, never underestimate anyone and treat people nicely.” — Olabimpe (2023)

We had the incredible opportunity to delve into the captivating Nigerian movie “Sista” with our special guest, Olabimpe Shode. Her personal experiences and reflections resonated deeply with the film’s powerful themes, highlighting the transformative power of forgiveness and the significance of personal responsibility.

Olabimpe’s heartfelt connection to “Sista” stemmed from her experience growing up in her father’s absence, raised solely by her mother. She shared how her mother’s strength and resilience became a source of inspiration for her and her siblings. Through her mother’s unwavering love and forgiveness, Olabimpe learned invaluable lessons about resilience and the healing power of letting go.

During our conversation, Olabimpe emphasized the growth and transformation that forgiveness can bring, shedding light on the importance of releasing past hurts and embracing personal responsibility…

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Mo' Lanee Sibyl, DPh, PhD

I'm ME: replete with the mien of a bard, scholar, Argonaut, Jesus-lover, funfinder, bibliophile, Koreanophile, partner, and wanderer! Podcaster:www.mosibyl.com