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.
A protective secret becomes a potential betrayal as children grow and family identity becomes more complex.
“Where Are You with Intergenerational conversation — talking to descendants?”
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.