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People used to think that trauma makes us stronger. What it does is permanently scar those who do not have the support or resilience to develop healthy coping m
by edmundsauto 3y ago
People used to think that trauma makes us stronger. What it does is permanently scar those who do not have the support or resilience to develop healthy coping mechanisms.
There is, of course, a line - i don’t think working at McDonald’s when you are 17 is trauma. But working physical labor when you are 12 is.
- Retric 3y agoThe dose makes the poison. Labor that’s moderately difficult for a 12 year old isn’t inherently a big deal, a 12 year old trying to keep up with a workload beyond their physical, mental, or emotional limits is serious trauma. Young actors or athletes can work very demanding jobs without suffering directly, it’s everything around that work which is often problematic. I bring this up because it’s suffering that’s problematic be that at an elite prep school or a factory, however 12 year olds often enjoy being productive when it’s within their capabilities.