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EP155: Damn If I Do, Damn If I Don't

In this episode, Kreed explores the complex emotions and challenges faced by estranged parents, particularly the feeling of being 'damned if I do, damned if I don't.' She discusses the cycle of miscommunication and catastroph...

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Nov. 20, 2024

EP155: Damn If I Do, Damn If I Don't

In this episode, Kreed explores the complex emotions and challenges faced by estranged parents, particularly the feeling of being 'damned if I do, damned if I don't.' She discusses the cycle of miscommunication and catastroph...

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Nov. 13, 2024

EP151: Make It Make Sense

In this episode, Kreed discusses the complexities of estrangement from the perspective of parents, exploring the emotional disconnect that often exists between parents and their adult children. The conversation delves into th...

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Oct. 30, 2024

EP150: The Estranged Heart - three years later

In this special episode celebrating the third anniversary of the Estranged Heart podcast, Kreed reflects on the journey of the podcast, the importance of community, and the lessons learned over the years. She discusses the su...

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Oct. 23, 2024

EP149: Pushing & Prodding are NOT Helping You!

In this episode, Kreed discusses the complexities of estrangement and emphasizes the importance of patience and understanding in the healing process, highlighting that pushing for reconciliation can often lead to further estr...

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Oct. 16, 2024

EP148: Why Is She Reconciled and I'm Still Estranged?

In this episode of the Estranged Heart podcast, Kreed discusses the complexities of reconciliation, emphasizing the importance of patience, self-reflection, and understanding in the healing process. Kreed outlines key factors...

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Oct. 9, 2024

EP147 - Is it Verbal Abuse or a Cry About an Unmet Need?

In this episode, Kreed explores the complexities of estrangement and communication between parents and adult children. The discussion centers around the often misunderstood expressions of anger, which may be perceived as verb...

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Damn If I Do, Damn If I Don’t

Feeling like nothing you do is ever right in the eyes of your estranged adult child can be incredibly disheartening. Many estranged parents describe this as a “damned if I do, damned if I don’t” scenario. You try to show you care, …

Make It Make Sense

When an adult child becomes estranged, parents are often left wondering why they’ve been cast as the “villain” in their child’s story. It can be particularly painful for parents who feel they’ve sacrificed, given every …

Reflecting on Three Years of The Estranged Heart: Lessons Learned, Compassion, and Moving Forward

   It’s hard to believe that three years have passed since The Estranged Heart began its journey. What started as a podcast to support and connect those experiencing the pain of family estrangement has blossomed into a strong commun…