Tw: Childhood trauma
I had traumatic childhood, I was the oldest of 13 kids and I was parentified at a very young age. I was the parent to my siblings, my mother neglected us and was at the bar going out with various men. The men would come to the house and physically abuse us kids. My grandmother was the "adult" drinking all day. We got taken away by child protective services twice, I aged out but my siblings got adopted. I was happy for them. I am now thriving and recently got my masters degree in Mental health counseling. I still find myself getting triggered especially when my partner starts yelling and I go into freeze or fight mode. I am really happy now but I don't want my childhood trauma to keep interfering.
@affectionateDay6797 that was very sad to read😥 I'm sorry you had to go through all that at such a young age😥 but congratulations on your masters degree and creating a wonderful life for yourself 💖 the past never leaves us unfortunately🙁 but it doesn't have to ruin what youve made for yourself🙂 on those bad days or triggering moments, remember to breath and be kind to yourself 💖 gives you a giant tiny hug 💗