Sankofa: Return and Get It | PTSS Series Part 2
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Sankofa: Return and Get It | PTSS Series Part 2
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In Part 2 of the Post-Traumatic Slave Syndrome series, Kaleesha Washington explores the introduction chapter, “Sankofa: Return and Get It,” from Dr. Joy DeGruy’s groundbreaking book.
This episode examines how generational trauma, survival behaviors, and historical oppression continue to shape parenting, identity, self-esteem, relationships, and community dynamics today.
Topics discussed include:
• the meaning of Sankofa and why understanding history matters
• how children internalize what adults say about them
• parenting through fear, protection, and survival
• self-esteem and perception
• trauma passed through generations
• epigenetics and inherited behaviors
• and how patterns developed during slavery can continue affecting families and communities today
This conversation also reflects on the powerful statement:
“I am not who I think I am. I am not who you think I am. I am who I think that you think that I am.”
This is Part 2 of an ongoing series discussing Post-Traumatic Slave Syndrome: America’s Legacy of Enduring Injury and Healing by Dr. Joy DeGruy.
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