Generational Trauma : What we inherit and the patterns we pass on

PLEASE NOTE: Discussion is on 3:00 PM IST, Sunday, August 23
Generational Trauma: What We Inherit and What We Pass On
The patterns we swore we'd never repeat — where do they really come from, and can we ever fully put them down?
We inherit more than eye colour and family recipes. We inherit silences, coping mechanisms, fears, and ways of loving — often without ever being told, let alone choosing them. Why do we catch ourselves reacting exactly like a parent we promised never to become? And what does it actually take to recognise a pattern, let alone break it?
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### We'll explore

• What exactly gets "inherited" — trauma, coping styles, beliefs, or all three?
• Why do we often repeat the very patterns we resented in our parents?
• How does culture and family silence shape what never gets talked about?
• Is "generational trauma" a useful lens, or an overused excuse for personal responsibility?
• What does it really mean to "break the cycle" — is full escape even possible?
• Beyond trauma, what do we inherit that's worth actively keeping and passing on?

### What this is

A 1–1.5 hour interactive discussion on Google Meet — not a lecture, webinar, or expert panel. Everyone brings their own lens and experience to the table, and the conversation is shaped collectively by whoever shows up.

### Who should attend

• Anyone who's noticed themselves repeating a parent's habits or reactions
• Students of psychology, sociology, or family studies
• Parents reflecting on what they might be passing down
• Therapy-goers and self-work enthusiasts curious about the "why" behind patterns
• Anyone who's ever wondered why some family habits are so hard to shake

### Why attend

Expect an honest, non-judgemental space to unpack something most of us feel privately but rarely discuss openly — walk away with fresh perspectives on your own story, and maybe a little more compassion for the people who shaped it.