In chapters 15 and 16, the author speaks about events that I believe can traumatize anyone. Its some what traumatizing to read those stories or to see the images.
Dr. Hanna-Attisha’s background structured her to want better for people; it allowed her to empathize with people. My background has structured me to want better for people as well. The lessons I learned weren’t about my background and how my family survived past struggles. My lessons were surviving the struggle of the present.
Those lessons taught me to be humble, to respect others, and to give back. I think the way the world is now, many people are in helpless situation waiting for help. The lessons I was taught reminded me no matter the authority someone has or doesn’t have, that person will always need help. No one is ever to boastful or prideful to be broken.
These lessons also taught me to empathize with people. Always remain helpful and if you want respect from someone give that person respect. Many people’s struggles are not your struggle. Many people’s struggles won’t define them, but will sculpt them into a different version of themselves.