Breaking cycles of dysfunction from "summary" of Heavy by Kiese Laymon
The idea that we can break cycles of dysfunction seems impossible, especially when the dysfunction has become so ingrained in our lives. It's like trying to untangle a mess of knots that have been tied together for years, each one connected to the next in a confusing, twisted web. But just because something seems impossible doesn't mean it is. We have to start by acknowledging that the dysfunction exists. We can't ignore it or pretend that everything is fine when it's not. We have to face it head on, even when it's painful and scary. We have to be willing to look closely at the patterns and behaviors that have been passed down to us from previous generations, and recognize how they have shaped our own lives. Once we have acknowledged the dysfunction, we can begin to unravel it. We can start by questioning the beliefs and assumptions that have been handed down to us, and asking ourselves if they really serve us or if they are holding us back. We can examine the ways in which we have internalized these beliefs and behaviors, and work to untangle ourselves from them. Breaking cycles of dysfunction requires us to be brave and honest with ourselves. It's not easy to confront the ways in which we have been hurt and have hurt others, but it's necessary if we want to heal and grow. We have to be willing to make changes, even when they are uncomfortable or unfamiliar. It's a process that takes time and effort, but it is possible. We have the power to break free from the cycles of dysfunction that have held us back for so long. We can create new patterns and behaviors that are healthy and fulfilling, and pass them down to future generations. It won't be easy, but it will be worth it.
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