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Scenario

When volunteer work triggers your own unhealed trauma

I have been volunteering at the prison teaching literacy but my own trauma from being victimized makes some days unbearable and I don't know if I should quit.

More people experience this than they realize.

What we've seen

Personal healing needs conflict with service commitments in ways that question both self-care and social responsibility.

Your guide for this
Rabia
Rabia works with people navigating exactly this kind of situation.
Ideas that help explain it
Worth thinking about

“Where Are You with Islamic sadaqah jariyah — the ongoing gift?”

Peri

Peri can explain why this happens, help you decide if this is the right situation for you, and point toward the right journey or coach.

If this sounds familiar, the Library can help you find the bigger picture.