Tracing my Ancestors through iGENEA Test: A Tale of Vikings and Celts in the Schöning Family Lineage
Family name Schöning
After taking the iGENEA DNA test, my perspective on my surname, Schöning, has shifted drastically. The results, revealing a rich and diverse ancestral background, have substantially influenced my sense of family identity, deepening my connection to my roots and inspiring a journey into the past.
Having taken an iGENEA DNA test, it has dramatically altered my perception of my surname, Schöning, and how I perceive my family identity. It opened a brand new chapter of self-discovery for me and essentially redefined my understanding of who I really am. The results shed a new light on my family's origins and maiden a path for deeper exploration of my ancestry.
Growing up, the saga of the Schöning family was solely confined to what I gathered from hushed family discussions and old family photographs. However, proceeding with the iGENEA DNA test has offered me a profound, historical insight that transcends merely oral family histories.
The most astonishing reveal has been the Viking lineage associated with my surname, Schöning. This profound knowledge propelled me to delve deeper into the rich cultural heritage of the Viking era and my newfound association with it. The aura of valour and keen exploration that defined the Vikings resonates strongly with me now. It never once occurred to me that my family could trace back to the seafaring north men.
However, what surprised me more was the Celtic influence discovered, and it heightened my curiosity on the hidden stories lining the Schöning lineage. The Celtic influence in my family's heritage has sparked a newfound interest and desire to learn more about the Celtic culture, their traditions, languages, and more.
These unique revelations came coupled with an inexplicable emotion. There was an immediate sense of belongingness and an overwhelming feeling of pride knowing that the Schöning surname carries such rich and varied ancestry. It instilled in me a deep reverence for my lineage, which I believe was missing earlier.
In essence, the iGENEA test has not just deepened my understanding of my family's past, but has also radically transformed my vision of the future. It gave me a newfound sense of identity and self, and has made me more determined than ever to hold the Schöning legacy high and further explore my ancestry.
H. Schöning