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EP36: I'm SO Angry
June 12, 2022

EP36: I'm SO Angry

In this episode, Kreed discusses the emotion of anger in estrangement. Brene Brown / Oprah: https://www.oprah.com/own-super-soul-sunday/brene-brown-the-2-most-common-ways-we-offload-hurt-video How To Cultivate A Healthy Relat...

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EP35: Gatekeepers
June 5, 2022

EP35: Gatekeepers

In this episode, Kreed discusses gatekeepers and the role they play or do not play in estrangement. Never one to back down from controversy, Kreed has a very different take on what is known as the “gatekeepers” (daughter-in...

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Ep34: An Estranged Mom's Story - estrangement by way of parental alienation
May 30, 2022

Ep34: An Estranged Mom's Story - estrangement by way of parental alie…

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Ep33: How Can An Estrangement Coach Help Me?
May 29, 2022

Ep33: How Can An Estrangement Coach Help Me?

In this episode, Kreed is interviewed by John Chao, a colleague, transformation coach and fellow podcaster regarding her work as an estrangement and reconciliation coach. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/thees...

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EP32: An Estranged Mom’s Story
May 22, 2022

EP32: An Estranged Mom’s Story

In this episode, Kreed shares the story of a mom who is estranged from her two adult children and has been for seven years. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/theestrangedheart/message Support this podcast: htt...

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EP 31: An Estranged Mom's Story
May 15, 2022

EP 31: An Estranged Mom's Story

Kreed shares the story of a mother estranged from one of her four children. SHOW NOTES: http://www.TheEstrangedHeart.com http s://www.facebook.com/groups/estrangedmotherssupportgroup Financial Support of The Estranged Heart h...

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EP 30: An Estranged Mom’s Story
May 8, 2022

EP 30: An Estranged Mom’s Story

Kreed shares the story of a mother who is estranged from two of her three children. http://www.TheEstrangedHeart.com http s://www.facebook.com/groups/estrangedmotherssupportgroup https://anchor.fm/theestrangedheart/support ht...

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Ep29: May, Moms & Mother’s Day
May 1, 2022

Ep29: May, Moms & Mother’s Day

A discussion regarding Mother's Day and estrangement moms. www.TheEstrangedHeart.com If you are interested in learning more about relationship reconciliation & communication coaching services with Kreed, please email: TheEst...

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Ep28: Addictions & Estrangement
April 24, 2022

Ep28: Addictions & Estrangement

"We are all addicted to something, not necessarily a substance. A way of thinking, being, racing and it comes from somewhere, so before you judge anyone: Ask not why the addiction, but why the pain.” - Dr. Gabor Mate In …

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Ep27: Let’s Talk About Therapists & Therapy
April 17, 2022

Ep27: Let’s Talk About Therapists & Therapy

Are Therapists Leading The Charge for Estrangement? In this episode, Kreed works to demystify therapy, therapists and the work done in the therapy room. Show Notes: http://www.TheEstrangedHeart.com http s://www.facebook.com/...

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Ep26 - Do Our Children Owe Us Something?
April 10, 2022

Ep26 - Do Our Children Owe Us Something?

In this episode Kreed asks and explores the question: Is the parent/child relationship a contract or gift or something else? Quote: "All relationships, except those that are familial, are by choice. Even the relationship from...

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Ep24 - Doormat & Boundaries
April 3, 2022

Ep24 - Doormat & Boundaries

In this episode, Kreed discusses the difference in language definition and perception as well as the importance of boundaries for both estranged parents AND estranged adult children. Show Notes: http://www.TheEstrangedHeart.c...

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Bonus: Who Is This Kreed Person: what qualifies her to speak on estrangement?
April 3, 2022

Bonus: Who Is This Kreed Person: what qualifies her to speak on estra…

In this bonus episode, Kreed gives you a deeper look inside the person she has become as she discusses the importance of our life story and how it impacts estrangement and reconciliation. Show Notes: http://www.TheEstrangedHe...

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Ep23 - Guilt & Grief: coping with shoulda, coulda, wouldas
March 27, 2022

Ep23 - Guilt & Grief: coping with shoulda, coulda, wouldas

In this episode, Kreed discusses how guilt can help us with do-overs and uses the metaphor of cleaning out a closet to do this. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/theestrangedheart/message Support this podcast:...

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Ep22 - They Won’t Speak To Me
March 20, 2022

Ep22 - They Won’t Speak To Me

In this episode, Kreed dives into how to work towards reconciliation even if the other party is not speaking to us. http://www.TheEstrangedHeart.com http s://www.facebook.com/groups/estrangedmotherssupportgroup Book - There’s...

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Ep21: When All Hope Is Lost - what to do when reconciliation is not possible
March 13, 2022

Ep21: When All Hope Is Lost - what to do when reconciliation is not p…

In this episode, Kreed discusses how to move forward with a life of purpose and meaning and joy even when you’ve lost hope for reconciliation. http://www.TheEstrangedHeart.com http s://www.facebook.com/groups/estrangedmothers...

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Ep20: Apologies & Amends Letters - are they really necessary?
March 6, 2022

Ep20: Apologies & Amends Letters - are they really necessary?

In this episode Kreed discusses the highly discussed topic in the world of estrangement - apologies and making amends. Online support group hosted by Kreed: https://www.facebook.com/groups/estrangedmotherssupportgroup Recomme...

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Ep19: Is There Really Something Wrong With The Adult Child?
Feb. 27, 2022

Ep19: Is There Really Something Wrong With The Adult Child?

Or could there be something true and valid beneath the surface? In this episode, Kreed delves into reasons why adult children may be estranging from parents. Volunteers are still needed for Ricki Bouska’s, LMHC research study...

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Episode 18: Collateral Damage - Grandchildren & Grandparents
Feb. 20, 2022

Episode 18: Collateral Damage - Grandchildren & Grandparents

In this episode, Kreed shares her experience of having once been removed from her grandchildren’s lives and her process of grief around that. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/theestrangedheart/message Support...

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Bonus Episode: Seeking Volunteers for Research Study
Feb. 16, 2022

Bonus Episode: Seeking Volunteers for Research Study

In this episode, Kreed provides information regarding a licensed therapist who is seeking volunteers for her doctoral research study. If you are a U.S. resident, 60+ years of age, fully retired, emotionally estranged from you...

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Bonus Episode: Valentine’s Day - a message of love
Feb. 14, 2022

Bonus Episode: Valentine’s Day - a message of love

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Episode 17: Atlas of Love - a Valentine’s Day episode
Feb. 13, 2022

Episode 17: Atlas of Love - a Valentine’s Day episode

Returning to meaningful & heartfelt connections in the face of estrangement. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/theestrangedheart/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/theestrangedheart/support

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Episode 16: An Estranged Mom Reaches Out - the power of curiosity
Feb. 6, 2022

Episode 16: An Estranged Mom Reaches Out - the power of curiosity

In this episode, Kreed discusses an email from an estranged mother who reached out to express her Aha moments that came as she listened to the podcast. And by ahas … she means things she discovered about herself as well …

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Episode 15: An Estranged Adult Daughter Reaches Out
Jan. 30, 2022

Episode 15: An Estranged Adult Daughter Reaches Out

In today’s episode, Kreed discusses a conversation she had with an estranged adult daughter who reached out asking for her input and perspective regarding her contemplation of attempting reconciliation with her estranged pare...

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