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How the Past Shapes Us: Exploring Generational Trauma

A One Book, One Coast Program

Therapist Adriana Alejandre presents an overview of generational trauma by examining the themes in "They Called Us Enemy."

Drawing from themes in They Called Us Enemy by George Takei, this 60-minute presentation by Guatemalan-Mexican Trauma Therapist Adriana Alejandre, will examine how generational trauma, such as forced migration and economic hardships, shapes emotional and physiological responses across generations.

The presentation will begin with a brief relaxation technique, followed by Adriana teaching how to identify generational traumas, explore the impact of inherited stress on the body and how traumas affect our day-to-day activities. This presentation will integrate a collective activity called 'Common Sayings' to further explore generational patterns that have been passed down, and learn how to break unhelpful behaviors. Attendees will leave with a better understanding of generational trauma, along with practical tools and resources available to break generational cycles. A 10-minute Q&A will follow the presentation.

Check out the full list of programming for this year's One Book, One Coast at Burbank Public Library.

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