Unfollowing Mum
Unfollowing Mum : Break Unhealthy habits and be the parent you wish you'd had is available for preorder NOW!A therapist recommended podcast for cycle breakers by someone who has lived the experience. Host Harriet Shearsmith knows first hand how challenging it can be to navigate estrangement, toxic family and dysfunctional dynamics in a digital age where setting boundaries and protecting your peace is harder than ever. In 2023 we’re unfollowing mum. We’re breaking the cycle, unsubscribing from the drama by healing generational trauma and putting ourselves and our mental health first. Each week I will answer your anonymous questions, discuss experiences and tackle the issues surrounding estrangement, generational trauma and navigating toxic families. Sometimes I’ll speak to experts, people with lived experience and other cycle breakers to share their point of view.You’re not alone, there is a community of people navigating parenthood without solid role models, learning to love themselves after emotional abuse whilst breaking the cycle for the future generations 💜 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Latest episodes
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.
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.
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.
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.
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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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.
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.
Jun 7, 2023 • 1h 1min
EP20 Court, access requests & grandparents rights with Alisha
On this episode, host Harriet Shearsmith talks to Alisha, who shares her lived experience with a toxic parent who took her to court to gain access to her 3 month old grandchild. Alisha shares the court process, from mediation meetings to dealing with CAFCAS and the eventual outcome for her family. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
May 31, 2023 • 29min
EP 19 Boundaries with Dr Deering
On this episode, host Harriet Shearsmith talks to psychologist and Mother/daughter relations personal trainer Dr Michelle Deering about boundaries. Find Dr Deering at: Instagram: https://instagram.com/motherdaughterconnectionsCoffee chat: https://calendly.com/motherdaughterconnections/coffee-chat?month=2023-05Diffuse arguments: https://curativeconnections.ac-page.com/less-arguments Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
