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My Genogram Essay

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In creating my genogram, I became quite surprised by some of the family patterns and similarities uncovered during this process. I did not realize the full depth of possibilities and discoveries my research would uncover; forcing me to unveil hidden family secrets and delicate issues which in some cases brought forth some uncomfortable realities. Some of the things I can’t even begin to mention, for these matters should remain private as requested by certain family members; however, as uncomfortable as it may seem, I will share some information which I think is truly relevant and meaningful for my own personal development.
One of the most compelling facts I discovered was a repeated pattern of heavy smokers throughout my entire family history, …show more content…

In fact, both male and females cheat all the time; except woman do not talk nor brag as much as men. They are generally more sophisticated in disguising their actions in comparison to men. Furthermore, this is one of the main reasons I believe that men always get caught cheating 90% of the time. That and the fact that the male ego will not permit them to exhibit any self-control. Now my intention is not to excuse nor justify any such behavior, because in the end, it has a devastating effect on the family nucleus and the children. I have witness this in numerous situations, especially in my own family. In like manner, and it is not an easy situation to resolve. For the most part, I don’t profess to having any unquestionable authoritative knowledge about adultery; yet, I feel compelled to express my opinion based on my personal …show more content…

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