Unfollowing Mum

Harriet Shearsmith
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Aug 16, 2023 • 41min

EP30 TW: Covert sexual abuse & toxic parents dating

On this episode, host Harriet Shearsmith talks about her experience of covert sexual abuse, her mother's toxic dating behaviours and the childhood trauma that comes with parentification & instability. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Aug 8, 2023 • 47min

Ep29 Golden children, spirituality & healing with Stephen

On this episode, host Harriet Shearsmith chats to Stephen who has shared his lived experience story of a narcissistic mother, childhood trauma and life after estrangement. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Aug 2, 2023 • 46min

Ep28 Victim mode, toxic positivity and surface level healing with Triinu

On this episode host Harriet Shearsmith speaks to women's transformation and empowerment coach Triinu Uprus about healing and moving forwards after trauma. You can find Triinu on instagram at @triinu.co Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Jul 26, 2023 • 28min

Ep27 Financial impact of estrangement

On this episode, host Harriet Shearsmith talks about the financial implications of estrangement - a taboo topic within an already taboo topic! Student support, estrangement bursaries, childcare impact and more. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Jul 19, 2023 • 59min

Ep26 Toxic parents, narcs in disguise & weaponised trauma with Josh Connolly

On this episode, host Harriet Shearsmith talks to Resilience coach and podcaster Josh Connolly about toxic parents, addiction, weaponised trauma and how narcissistic people disguise themselves. You can find Josh at @josh_ffw on instagram and tiktok. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Jul 12, 2023 • 30min

Ep25 Jonah Hill, weaponising "therapy speak" & grief after estrangement

On this episode, host Harriet Shearsmith talks about Jonah Hill and THAT boundaries text drama, weaponising therapy terminology and the grief after estrangement.You can find Harriet on instagram, tiktok and threads at @tobyandroo or @unfollowing_mum You can also book a 1:1 empowerment coaching session with Harriet at https://app.simplymeet.me/harrietshearsmith Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Jul 5, 2023 • 1h

Ep24 Long term estrangement & consciously parenting teens with Katie Pratley

On this episode, host Harriet Shearsmith talks to parent/teen coach Katie Pratley about cycle breaking parenting of teens and her lived experience with parental estrangement over the last two decades.You can find Katie at @thehappywellbeingclub on tiktok and instagram, at her FREE FB group Calm Connected Parent Club as well as her website thehappywellbeingclub.co.uk Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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6 snips
Jun 28, 2023 • 1h 10min

EP23 Emotional abuse, faking illness & guilt trips with Alexis Higgins

Guest Alexis Higgins shares personal experiences of emotional abuse and manipulation by her toxic mother. She discusses setting boundaries, dealing with communication struggles in relationships, and finding gratitude in life despite past trauma. The episode highlights the importance of self-preservation and breaking toxic behavior cycles.
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Jun 21, 2023 • 26min

Ep22 Consumed by trauma, self responsibility & self blame

On this episode, host Harriet Shearsmith talks self responsibility vs self blame, challenging the inner critic and why we are so quick to tell people they are "consumed by trauma" when they discuss their experiences. Find Harriet @tobyandroo or @unfollowing_mum on instagram and tiktok or email her at harriet@tobyandroo.com. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Jun 14, 2023 • 51min

Ep21 Importance of talking, toxic parents & trauma with Ben Cole Edwards

Author and life coach Ben Cole Edwards joins host Harriet Shearsmith to discuss the importance of breaking stigma and talking about trauma, toxic parents, and their impact on adults. They delve into navigating trauma, seeking male attention, finding maternal figures, artistic expression as escapism, healing from toxic parental relationships, and mindfulness for a more fulfilling life.

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