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relationalSupporting a partner with trauma
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Supporting a partner with childhood trauma

Partner shared childhood trauma, I want to be supportive without making it worse

What I wish I knew
"How to navigate complex emotions without triggering partner"
If I could tell you one thing
"Listen actively, validate partner's feelings, and prioritize open communication"
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Complicated feelings about the outcome.
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