Community Talk: Shadow Work for Eldest Siblings

Join us for a free Community Talk centered on the concept of shadow work for eldest siblings. 

You do not have to identify as an eldest sibling, have any siblings, or identify with any particular family dynamic or "traditional" family structure to participate. We value all experiences and expansive identities around this topic.

What do we mean by shadow work for eldest siblings: Shadow work is usually viewed as work that involves unpacking shame, guilt, or parts of ourselves that we tend to bury for different reasons. Shadow work can bring up many different memories and emotions. When talking about eldest siblings, there are some common experiences in the family dynamic that first born siblings can or might have experienced. So shadow work for eldest siblings as a concept involves the beliefs we hide or bury due to family dynamics as eldest siblings.

Here are some resources for exploring Shadow…