Yes. I know that those of us who have grown up in toxic families tend to fall into relationships with toxic /abusive partners. I am beginning to see that it is our negative programming from living in low-grade existence from birth and under the control of toxic parents/families. I was extremely cautious not to get into a "bad relationship", but I did. How can we know what is good and how to think on a higher level if we have never had a practice of rewiring of our minds?

"Manifesto": yes, this piece you wrote is very strong. It is important that we paint landscapes of elevated and beautiful standards for what we should require for ourselves. I am saving this one and will reflect on your words when my soul connection comes to me. : ) I greatly appreciate your warmth and sweet words. Your writing is powerful, empathic and passionate.