You might need to be extra careful about the places you put yourself.

There are environments you should probably avoid. Certain influences you should limit. Certain situations where you know you are more vulnerable than others.

All of us have areas where we are more susceptible to sin. And sometimes those vulnerabilities are connected to our family history.

Maybe you grew up around anger, addiction, unhealthy relationships, insecurity, or control. Those experiences can shape the way we respond to life even when we don’t realize it.

That doesn’t mean you are destined to repeat your family’s mistakes. But it does mean you should pay attention to them.

One question worth asking yourself regularly is: “Where am I most vulnerable based on my family history?”

Knowing your weaknesses isn’t a sign of weakness. It’s wisdom.