Doug, your response brought me to tears, for a few reasons. One, I relate so much to the concept of “running” that I’ve used the analogy in many of my articles on my childhood. So it was really profound to know that you genuinely understand it. (And also the pain but the importance of not running, even if that means some loss in the process.) And two, that you have found a way to be a better parent for your children, to support them emotionally. I think that’s one of the bravest and important things you can do to end the cycle of what was done to you. Your children are very, very lucky for your self awareness and love. Thank you for sharing this and for reading, truly.