Reflection of Family Cycles:

I used to hate hugs & people touching me, even friends. I didn’t really like affection unless it was with the opposite sex.

My mom wasn’t affectionate with me & her mom wasn’t affectionate with her, & my great grandma wasn’t affectionate with her.

On the other hand — my dad, my uncles, & my grandpas always hugged me & showed me love. I felt comfortable and safe getting affection from them, which lead me to only show affection towards the men in my life.

It’s interesting how everything cycles back and affects generations until someone chooses to work towards breaking the chain.

I’m going to show my daughters all the affection, so that they are comfortable showing it when they get older.

I’m slowwwwly changing how I show affection with the women in my life that I love. Thank you therapy and self reflection.

Also the reason why I force hugs on my mom now & I hold her until I feel like letting go. YOU GON GET THIS LOVE GIRL!