Childhood Trauma Post ~

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My eyes caught someone's post in FB today, and I can resonate with this for myself and my kids.






"We often think that just because we dealt with feeling neglected or abandoned as a child, we become “okay” as adults. We tell ourselves “Matanda na’ko. Tapos na yun”. (I'm a grown up now, I'm done with that).

The reality is this: the wound left by our mother or father that has not been addressed will continue to bleed in every aspect of our lives. Majority of the time, these wounds will keep showing up in our relationships regardless if it’s personal, professional, or even intimate. Childhood trauma lingers unless we face it.
Life is short. Make peace with your parents.
This could be the final piece of the puzzle that will complete you. " - Jose Enrico V. Libunao

This is definitely true and I hope that despite their special life beginnings, Sush
and Nat will be able to bounce back in life in a positive way and be able to face their past without any ill feelings. I will be really praying for this.







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