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March 20, 2024

Navigating Conflict Avoidance

  Conflict avoidance within family dynamics is a pervasive issue that often leads to estrangement between adult children and their parents. As a certified family estrangement coach, I aim to explore the roots of conflict avoidance, analyze t…

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March 15, 2024

The Impact of Trauma on Black-and-White Thinking

As a certified estrangement coach, I have encountered numerous individuals grappling with the aftermath of trauma, particularly in the context of strained family relationships. One pervasive phenomenon that often surfaces in such cases is black-an…

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March 6, 2024

My Dearest Daughter

My Dearest Daughter, I hope this letter reaches you in a moment of understanding and connection. It has taken me some time to process your decision and gather my thoughts. I want you to know that I love you deeply, and that love has always been a…

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Feb. 28, 2024

Dear Mom

Dear Mom, I hope this letter finds you well. I've taken some time to gather my thoughts and express what I've been feeling for a long time now. I want to begin by saying that I love you, and that love has always been the foundation of my actions …

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Feb. 14, 2024

Cultivating Self-Love: A Certified Family Estrangement Coach's Guide to Personal Healing

In the complex landscape of family estrangement, one essential element often overlooked is the practice of self-love. As a certified family estrangement coach, I understand the profound impact that estrangement can have on an individual's sense of…

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Feb. 7, 2024

Navigating Loving Disengagement: Insights from a Certified Family Estrangement Coach

The decision to disengage from a familial relationship is a deeply personal and often challenging choice. As a certified family estrangement coach, I understand the complexities surrounding this process and the importance of approaching it with lo…

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Jan. 31, 2024

Navigating the Maze of Anger: A Deeper Exploration into Healing Estranged Motherhood

In the intricate tapestry of estrangement, the emotion of anger acts as both a barrier and a bridge, defining the contours of the relationship between mothers and their adult children. As a certified estrangement coach specializing in navigating t…

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Jan. 24, 2024

Holding Space in Estrangement: A Guide for Parents Navigating Reconnection

In the delicate dance of estrangement, the concept of "holding space" emerges as a beacon of hope and healing. As an estrangement coach specializing in reconnection, I've witnessed the transformative power of parents learning to "hold space" for t…

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Jan. 17, 2024

Nurturing Healthy Support Systems in the Journey of Adult Child and Parent Estrangement

It's essential to recognize that not all support systems are created equal. While our familiar "echo chamber" of friends and family may offer comfort, true transformation often emerges from a more diverse and purposeful network of support. The Pi…

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Jan. 10, 2024

Navigating Relationship Changes: A Compassionate Approach to Adult Child and Parent Estrangement

As a certified estrangement coach, I often find myself guiding individuals through the intricate journey of relationship changes, particularly in the context of adult child and parent estrangement. Understanding the purpose of change, unraveling the…

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