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How Trauma Shapes Us

Fresh Air

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Remembering Loss and Resilience

This chapter explores the profound impact of a grandmother's passing on the speaker's childhood, revealing a stark contrast between the stability she provided and the chaos that followed. Through personal anecdotes, the speaker reflects on their family's struggles with addiction and poverty, highlighting the emotional toll of growing up in such an environment. The narrative emphasizes themes of secrecy, hope, and the quest for a better life amid adversity.

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