Echoes of War: Healing from Generational Trauma - Becky Ellis (Military Family Challenges)

Becky Ellis is the daughter of a decorated World War II veteran who carried a heavy burden of PTSD that affected generations.  Becky's shares the wisdom learned through hard conversations that helped bring generational healing.  Becky has spent over 20 years in the publishing industry, she is the author of “Little Avalanches,” and the daughter of a highly decorated World War II combat sergeant.  You can reach Becky at her website https://beckyellis.netSome of the highlights Becky shares:  How the trauma of a war veteran can be passed down several generationsHow military families can live behind a veil of secrecy In combat situations, people are expected to turn off emotions and become dehumanized - then are expected to just flip a switch and turn it all back on when they get homePeople don't want to talk about hard things, because they don't want to remember hard things, but hard conversations can bring about healingWe are profoundly affected by the secrets we carryIt was safe to talk to my father when he was 89, but it wasn't when he was 50 - waiting until people are ready requires patience and perseveranceCarrying survivors guiltSeeing others for who they are, not for who we want or need them to bePerspective challenges traditional notions of relationshipsHow to start a hard conversation "There's something I want to say, and I don't know how to do it..."Increasing compassion for family members and for all of humanityPeople need to be seen, heard, and feltHealing happens when we "feel" each otherWe can "feel" even if we can't "understand"It takes practiceAdults take in memoirs like children take in fairy tales - it's a form of practiceBreak cycles of generational pain and sufferingAnd more Please share, subscribe, leave a rating and review, visit the Linda's Corner website at lindascornerpodcast.com and/or follow on youtube, facebook, instagram, and pinterest @lindascornerpodcast. Thanks!Also please visit the Hope for Healing website at hopeforhealingfoundation.org for free resources to increase happiness, build confidence and self esteem, improve relationships, manage stress, and calm feelings of depression and anxiety.   Become the champion of your own story as you overcome your challenges. Listen, Share, and SupportIf this episode resonated with you, please share it with someone who may need hope today.Be sure to subscribe, leave a rating and review, and help us spread more healing and inspiration to the world.Free Resource for HealingIf you're ready to release stress, calm your mind, and begin healing from within, visit:🌿 https://hopeforhealingfoundation.orgDiscover free resources to help you build confidence, improve relationships, and find peace as you become the champion of your own story.