Conversations that they wish they could have with their parents

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.