Imagine living the same day over and over, trapped in an endless cycle of pain passed down through generations. This is the reality of transgenerational trauma—patterns of fear, loss, and survival unknowingly inherited, shaping our choices and limiting our potential. Through deeply personal stories, I uncover how family history silently influences our relationships, finances, and self-worth. I share how I broke a generational pattern that dictated childhood must end at 13—a fate carried through my grandfather, my mother, and nearly onto my son. The answer wasn’t just healing; it was forgiveness—releasing the burdens of the past and reclaiming my own path. Transgenerational trauma is not something we simply “get over.” It must be acknowledged, understood, and transformed. By rewriting our inherited narratives, we don’t just heal ourselves—we break the cycle for future generations. The time to turn generational trauma into generational triumph is now. Carmiola De Santura is the author of the book “Manifesto” and a Certified Transformational Coach trained by Tony Robbins and Lisa Nichols. She is also a Certified Inherited Family Trauma Trainer, an ancestral trauma healer, and an international speaker dedicated to breaking the invisible chains of generational trauma. Having been a top-rated TV host and producer for 15 years, she transformed her own life- altering awakening into a mission to guide thousands through her masterclasses, retreats, and one-on-one coaching. Her aim is to help individuals heal inherited wounds and reclaim their power. As the creator and host of the upcoming reality series “Haunted By the Past,” she aims to bring ancestral healing into the mainstream, assisting people in uncovering and transforming their deepest generational patterns. This talk was given at a TEDx event using the TED conference format but independently organized by a local community. Learn more at https://www.ted.com/tedx