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Identity report

Trauma changes the way you see yourself, sometimes so gradually you do not notice until the person you were feels very far away.

Working through identity after trauma? Rooted's free assessment gives you a clear picture of where you stand now. 15 minutes, instant results.

The identity work that follows trauma is some of the hardest there is, because the self you are trying to find was also the self that was hurt. Rooted is not a trauma support tool. But it is a clear mirror: a way to see where you actually stand across six dimensions of your life right now, so you have something solid to build on.

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What Rooted reveals

Your identity report scores you across 6 dimensions. Each one shows you something specific about where you stand right now, not where you think you should be.

Self-Direction
How well you structure your own time and initiate without external pressure
Connection & Communication
Your ability to express yourself honestly and build relationships that sustain you
Financial Clarity
Whether you're engaging honestly with your financial reality or avoiding it
Growth & Skill
Your willingness to be changed by experience and actively build new capabilities
Body & Energy
How well you attend to your physical foundation and the energy it gives or costs you
Purpose & Meaning
How clearly you can articulate what you're moving toward and why

“It didn't feel like a typical survey. It felt more like a natural conversation.”

From the Rooted founding cohort

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Frequently asked questions about identity after trauma

Can trauma change your identity?

Yes. Trauma does not just affect how you feel. It can change how you see yourself, what you believe you deserve, and how you relate to others. The person you were before the trauma and the person you are after can feel like different people. That shift is real, and understanding it is part of moving forward.

How do I rebuild my sense of self after trauma?

Slowly, and with honesty. The goal is not to return to who you were before. It is to understand who you are now and decide what to build from here. Rooted's free assessment gives you a clear picture of where you stand across six dimensions, so you have something concrete to work with.

Why do I feel like I don't know who I am after what happened?

Trauma disrupts the internal narrative that held your identity together. The story you told yourself about who you are and what the world is like no longer fits, and a new one has not yet formed. That confusion is a normal part of the process, not a sign that something is permanently wrong.

Is identity work the same as therapy after trauma?

No. They are related but different. Therapy addresses the emotional and psychological impact of what happened. Identity work is about understanding who you are now. Both are valuable, and one does not replace the other. Rooted is a self-understanding tool, not a mental health service. If you need clinical support, please contact a qualified mental health professional.

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