Trauma, especially in childhood, leaves a mark. It shapes how we see the world, others, and ourselves. And yes, it’s healthy to talk about it, to process, and to feel the pain.

But here’s the hard truth:
If we stay in the mindset of “this was done to me” and keep venting or replaying the story without moving forward, we’re stuck in the backseat of our own lives. And in the backseat, someone else is always in control.

When we adopt a victim mindset, we’re essentially saying, “The person who hurt me still holds the keys to my life.”
But here’s the thing: You didn’t deserve to be put in the backseat. But staying there? That’s a choice.

So, where are you sitting right now? And are you ready to drive?