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How To Grieve an Estranged Parent

Nov 28, 2023
47:33
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This podcast explores the process of grieving an estranged parent, including the challenges of having an estranged parent, healing from childhood trauma, confronting the relationship with an estranged parent, finding support and community, dealing with toxic family members, and navigating childhood trauma and building community.
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Quick takeaways

  • Finding a community of individuals who have cut off toxic family members can provide validation, support, and help reshape perceptions of love and relationships.
  • Survivors of childhood trauma face challenges in relearning healthy behaviors and forming relationships, highlighting the importance of therapy, self-evaluation, and recognizing the impact of past experiences.

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The Devastating Impact of Unprotected Childhood

The podcast explores the harsh reality of when parents fail to protect their children from harm and dismiss their cries for help, leading to the difficult decision of cutting off family ties. The episode follows the story of a listener, Hailey, who experienced childhood sexual assault by a relative but was met with disbelief and blame when she confided in her father. Despite her efforts to reconnect, their relationship remains toxic, prompting Hailey to grieve over a parent who is still alive. The episode delves into the challenges of seeking validation, navigating complicated family dynamics, and finding healing in a supportive community.

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