11 Ways to Support Yourself as a ‘Cycle Breaker’
11 Ways to Support Yourself as a ‘Cycle Breaker’ Accept that you are different from your family of origin, and that’s okay
Remember that you are doing the healing work for your children and their children
Find a wholesome group outside of your family of origin
Find supportive people, therapists, teachers, etc
Educate yourself in new ways of being and communicating
Develop clear boundaries with your family
Don’t expect anyone else to change
Develop empathy for yourself and your family
Keep a journal and remind yourself to align with YOUR values
Permit yourself to take a break from the family or distance if necessary
Trust yourself