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When Curiosity is Lost: Why Estranged Parents Struggle to Hear Their Adult Children’s Pain As a certified family estrangement coach, I’ve seen countless examples of relationships strained and broken due to one missing element: curiosity…

Our culture celebrates positivity. Social media feeds are full of perfect smiles, inspirational quotes, and advice to “just stay positive.” But what happens when that obsession with happiness becomes a barrier to healing? In the context …

When you’re an estranged parent, the instinct to fix things can feel overwhelming. It’s only natural to want to mend the rift, to reach out, to prove your love in every possible way. You may find yourself over-apologizing, over-texting, …

Estrangement from an adult child can feel like an emotional earthquake, shaking the very foundation of your identity and relationships. As a mom, you naturally seek comfort from those closest to you—your spouse, your family, or your best frien…

Thanksgiving is a holiday steeped in tradition. For many, it’s a time to gather with loved ones, share meals, and reflect on gratitude. But for families experiencing estrangement, the holidays can bring a mix of emotions: grief for what’…

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, …

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 …

   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…

When you're estranged from your adult child, the desire to heal the relationship can feel all-consuming. You want answers, you want to make amends, and most of all, you want things to go back to the way they were. But the truth is, pushing and prodd…

As a mother navigating the painful waters of estrangement from your adult child, you might find yourself comparing your situation to others, asking, What is she doing that I’m not? It’s natural to wonder why reconciliation seems to come …