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229. Breaking Bread with my Abuser

The Secret Room | True Stories

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Growing Up in Turmoil

This chapter shares the harrowing childhood story of a 55-year-old woman shaped by her father's alcoholism and anxiety, and her mother's pursuit of independence. Through vivid recollections of neglect and danger, the narrative explores traumatic memories, including a terrifying incident involving a gun. The discussion reveals the complexities of familial bonds, the impact of caregiving inaction, and the lasting emotional scars from their upbringing.

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