
How do you get your parents to be vulnerable? [Dorothy Chow]
The Examined Life
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Unpacking Generational Trauma
This chapter explores the emotional impact of a parent's traumatic experiences as a Khmer Rouge survivor, highlighting survivor's guilt and the child's struggle with expectations. It emphasizes the importance of understanding familial history to foster empathy and the need for open conversations about pain and trauma across generations.
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