A few weeks ago, I posted a question on my personal Instagram and my blog's Facebook page which asked " What are some topics you wish you could talk to your elders/parents more openly about?"
In today's post, I would like to share with you the responses I have received.
*Trigger warning: The list might have emotionally sensitive content*
Domestic abuse
Sexual abuse
Menstruation, reproductive health
Unwanted pregnancy, abortion before or after marriage
Sexual identity and preference
Inter-faith, inter-cultural relationship
Live-in relationship
Agnostic or atheist views
Different political opinion and beliefs
Toxic beauty and body standards
Failures - academic, professional, personal.
My heart broke a little while writing this. Thank you to the brave souls who were kind enough to share. Acknowledgment is a very important part of the recovery process. It doesn't make you ungrateful, it doesn't make you a bad person.
To anyone who can relate to the list, take my love and know that you are not alone. I hope your heart heals and you can break the cycle when it is your turn as a parent.