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It Didn't Start with You

Mark Wolynn

258 Pages
2016

It Didn't Start with You

How Inherited Family Trauma Shapes Who We Are and How to End the Cycle

Penguin

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"It Didn't Start with You" by Mark Wolynn explores inherited family trauma, suggesting that many emotional and physical struggles may originate from ancestral experiences rather than our own. The book combines scientific research with therapeutic methods to provide a guide for understanding and healing inherited traumas through techniques like the Core Language Approach and genograms.

Key Ideas

1

Inherited Trauma

Trauma can be passed down through generations, meaning that current emotional and physical struggles may have roots in the experiences of parents, grandparents, or great-grandparents.

2

Core Language Approach

A method to uncover hidden traumas by identifying specific words and phrases that trigger emotional responses, providing clues to unresolved traumas.

3

Genograms and Visualization

The creation of extended family trees to map out family traumas and patterns, combined with visualization techniques to reconnect with and integrate past experiences.

FAQ's

The main concept of "It Didn't Start with You" is that trauma can be inherited through generations. This means that many of our emotional and physical struggles may stem from the experiences of our ancestors rather than our own.

The Core Language Approach involves identifying specific words and phrases that trigger emotional responses. These triggers can provide clues to unresolved traumas. By recognizing and addressing these core language patterns, individuals can begin the healing process.

Genograms are extended family trees that map out family traumas and patterns. In "It Didn't Start with You," genograms are used to help individuals gain a deeper understanding of their family history and its impact on their current lives, aiding in the healing process.

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