PLCs are experiences in ancestry preceding one's birth. These experiences deeply impact the context into which one arrives and exists.

> Disengagement: A sense of separation from the natural world and its myriad lifeforms leading to sadness especially when hearing of destruction to ecosystems, forests and plant life, oceans, planet, atmosphere, wildlife and pets, and so on.

> Diaspora: The dispersion of people from their homeland, often due to persecution, war, or economic hardship, leading to loss of cultural roots and identity.

> Slavery: The forced labor and brutal treatment of enslaved people, which resulted in immense suffering and loss of cultural identity.

> Indentured Servitude: The exploitation and harsh conditions faced by individuals who were bound by contracts to work for a set period, often in oppressive environments.

> Holocausts: The systematic genocide of six million Jews and millions of other marginalized groups during World War II, leaving enduring trauma and loss.

> Massacres: Events where large numbers of people were violently killed, often targeted due to their ethnicity, religion, or political beliefs, resulting in collective grief and trauma.

These challenges contribute to intergenerational grief and has been known to have lasting adverse consequences on descendants. Addressing these ancestral wounds is crucial for achieving wholeness-based eudaimonia and breaking the cycles that impact current and future generations.

ELCs are experiences from childhood. These generate spiritual, mental-physiological, interpretational, emotional, relational, and existential consequences.

Lived Experiences of ELCs:

> Abuse: Physical, emotional, or sexual abuse that inflicts severe trauma and undermines a child’s sense of safety and self-worth.

> Neglect: Lack of adequate care, emotional support, and basic needs, leading to feelings of abandonment and insecurity.

> Family Dysfunction: Exposure to domestic violence, substance abuse, mental illness, or chronic conflict within the family environment.

> Bullying: Persistent harassment and intimidation from peers, causing long-term psychological harm.

> Unresolved Grief: The death of a loved one, divorce, or separation that creates profound grief and adjustment difficulties.

LLCs are experiences in adulthood, which can impact intrapersonal, interpersonal, and transpersonal well-being, wellness, and wholeness.

Lived Experiences of LLCs:

> Career Stress: Job loss, career transitions, workplace conflicts, and burnout that affect self-esteem and financial stability.

> Relationship Issues: Marital conflicts, divorce, and difficulties in maintaining healthy relationships, leading to loneliness and emotional distress.

> Hospitalizations: Chronic illness, disability, or serious medical conditions that disrupt daily life and create ongoing physical and emotional challenges.

> Financial Hardship: Economic struggles, debt, and financial instability that cause stress and anxiety.

> Unresolved Grief: The death of loved ones, miscarriages, and other significant losses that result in profound grief and adjustment challenges. This grief extends to historical adversity involving unacknowledged pain from MICU.