by: Brandy S. Price Who you become isn’t always who you were taught to be. Personal growth often means questioning the childhood influence that shaped your earliest beliefs and habits. Even when those patterns linger, you have the strength to pursue self identity and emotional healing. While your roots may pull you back, you hold the power to move forward, embracing change and rewriting your story. Every day is a new opportunity to choose personal growth, honor your self identity, and seek emotional healing beyond what you once learned. Key Takeaways Notice how things from your childhood affect what you believe and do. Knowing about these effects is the first step to growing as a person . Remember that you can make choices . You can decide things that help you feel better and know yourself more. Be gentle with yourself. Being nice to yourself when things are hard helps you get stronger and supports your changes. Get help from good friends and family. Being aroun...