iGENEA DNA Test: An Emotional Journey Through the Veins of the Surname 'Severin'
Family name Severin
From anticipation and apprehension, to profound revelations, the iGENEA DNA test embarked me on an emotional journey. It deepened my respect for my surname 'Severin', and helped me see my family and myself through the lens of shared history, cultural shifts, and collective resilience, forever changing my perception.
When I first heard about iGENEA, I was both intrigued and a little anxious. A DNA test can change a person's outlook on their life and family background altogether. There's something inherently profound about learning more about our own genealogy, about where we come from and how deeply interwoven we are in the grand tapestry of human history.
The process was straightforward. I simply ordered the DNA test kit, provided the sample and sent it back. It was everything that happened after that made the experience truly monumental. As I waited for the results, I felt a mix of anticipation and apprehension.
The first revelation was a bit of a shock - tracing my roots back to the ancient Indo-Europeans. But the more I assimilated this, the more fascinated I became. My family name, Severin, suddenly carried a weightier significance. I have always been proud of my last name, but uncovering that it indicated a lineage that spans across centuries was a humbling experience.
The second revelation was understanding the migratory journey of my ancestors. Tracking their movements, appreciating their struggles, and understanding their survival instincts added a whole new dimension to my concept of 'family'. The resilience and sheer determination inherent in their jouney emphasized for me what family really stands for - survival, resilience, and perpetual growth.
To know that I stem from a line of people that have withstood the trials of migration and the merciless forward march of time deepens my respect for my surname, 'Severin'. This strengthened my emotional connection to my family, offering a newfound appreciation for the stories, struggles, and strengths that my surname represents.
The iGENEA made me realize that DNA isn't just about genetics. It's also about shared history, cultural shifts, a collective resilience, and a testament to our ancestors' endurance. I now see my family, and indeed myself, in a new light - as the latest link in an unbelievably long chain of life that stretches back to the dawn of humanity.
I am indebted to iGENEA for this life-altering journey. This experience has been profoundly moving, and my view of my surname and family has forever been enriched and expanded.
C. Severin