Childhood Trauma: Overcoming the Hurt of Invalidation
Childhood Trauma: Overcoming the Hurt of Invalidation By Sarah Newman, MA ~ 3 min read
“When we deny our stories, they define us. When we own our stories, we get to write a brave new ending.” — Brene Brown
I talk about my childhood trauma because I lived in denial for most of my life. I write about it because I didn’t understand what happened, why it happened, what it meant. I couldn’t explain all these feelings of shame, depression, and disgust. As I grow to understand it better, I hope my writing can help other victims who feel lost and scour the internet for answers — for a childhood they can relate to.
“We can’t smooth over hurt feelings in our families,” Brene Brown writes. “It’s too easy for stockpiled hurt to turn into rage, resentment, and isolation. We must talk about it. Even when we don’t want to. Even when we’re tired.”