“Into the Past: A Personal Journey through DNA testing with iGENEA
Family name Cohen
Embracing the journey of self-discovery through iGENEA DNA testing led to a deeper connection with my ancestry and a newfound reverence for my surname, Cohen. The experience was a mixture of anticipation, excitement, and realization that added a tangible element to my family's narrative.
Ever since I was young, I have spent countless hours sketching my family tree - piecing together bits of stories passed down generations, carefully chronicling names, dates, and milestones. Until recently, everything was purely based on information passed down orally or through written documents, making it seem like a simple document-sifting exercise with little personal emotion involved. However, my experience with iGENEA DNA testing has transformed this perspective, evolving it into a deeply personal journey that has allowed me to connect with my ancestors in a profoundly intimate manner.
The decision to opt for a DNA test with iGENEA opened a Pandora's Box of emotions. The anticipation that fluttered inside while waiting for the results felt like a cocktail of excitement and nervousness. When the results finally arrived, I felt like a giddy archaeologist discovering an ancient artifact - an intimate link to my past.
Discovering my origins traced back to Eastern Europe was enlightening, a comforting revelation like a piece of a puzzle falling into place, helping me better understand my family's migration pattern. To know the stories of struggles, victories, and journeys embedded in my DNA made me feel incredibly connected to my family's history, adding a tangible, almost visceral, layer to the narrative that I had spent my years sketching out.
I feel a renewed connection to my surname - Cohen. It ceased to be a mere label and became a symbolic representation of my ancestors’ resilient journey. It filled me with a sense of immense pride to carry forward and contribute to this legacy.
The iGENEA DNA testing experience was, in essence, a venture into self-discovery. It brought me face-to-face with the parts of myself I never knew existed. It has added depth to my understanding of my roots, transforming how I perceive myself and my place within my family and the world.
V. Cohen