The article discusses the author's journey in graduate school to become a marriage and family therapist, which unexpectedly led to personal transformation. Through the creation of a genogram, the author reconnected with their Vietnamese heritage and father, exploring family narratives that shaped their identity. The process highlighted both the strengths derived from their maternal side and the unresolved questions about their paternal lineage, particularly concerning the father's migration post-Vietnam War. Ultimately, the experience underscored the unexpected nature of healing and personal growth.
I learned to navigate the world without his presence and despite the challenges of growing up alongside a teenage mother.
Healing doesn't arrive as a need—it arrives as an invitation.
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