Trauma as a legacy from "summary" of On Earth We're Briefly Gorgeous by Ocean Vuong
Trauma is a legacy passed down through generations, a shadow that follows us even as we try to escape its grasp. It is a weight we carry, a burden that shapes our identities and relationships. Like a ghost, it haunts us, whispering its stories of pain and suffering. In "On Earth We're Briefly Gorgeous," trauma is depicted as a cycle that repeats itself, an inheritance that we cannot escape. It is woven into the fabric of our lives, shaping our perceptions and actions in ways we may not even realize. We see how trauma can manifest in our relationships with others, how it can color our interactions and shape our understanding of the world. ...
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