One of the most profound truths in "East of Eden "was expressed by a Chinese man what you suppress in children is often what resurfaces in them when they become adults. I don’t believe people become who they are without a reason. Our experiences, childhood wounds, and unresolved trauma can shape us in ways we may not fully understand. We should be careful not to assume we know someone’s story or what they have endured. Sometimes, the behaviour we judge is rooted in pain we have never experienced. Understanding the reasons behind someone’s behaviour does not mean justifying the harm they cause. We can acknowledge their pain without excusing their actions.