Personal vs. Legacy Burdens
Your own scars versus your ancestors’ or culture’s echoes.
Description
Personal burdens come from events in your life; legacy burdens transmit through family, community, or history. Naming the source guides the release and the repair.
What Personal vs. Legacy Burdens is NOT:
Genetic determinism; ancestor-blame; excuse for harm.
Examples:
Shame from a cruel teacher (personal).
Hypervigilance passed down from displacement (legacy).
Stoic contempt for tears absorbed from family norms (legacy).