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Scenario

When You've Hidden Important Family History from Your Children

I never told my children that I was adopted because I wanted them to feel secure in their family identity but now I wonder if I've been lying to them about who they are.

More people experience this than they realize.

What we've seen

A protective secret becomes a potential betrayal as children grow and family identity becomes more complex.

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 Intergenerational conversation — talking to descendants?”

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.