Estrangement is not what is destroying families.
Abuse, addiction, generational trauma, poor communication skills, boundary violations, and toxic family expectations are. Estrangement is a consequence of allowing those patterns to continue within a family system.
If you have had to make the difficult decision to cut off someone in your family, or you are contemplating this decision, this month is for you. We want to help you navigate this process, move forward, and feel less alone.
Sometimes estrangement is the only choice.
It's time to talk about this taboo topic.
“Family estrangement occurs when at least one family member intentionally distances themselves from at least one other family member because of a negative relationship – or the perception of one.”
Family is supposed to be close, to love each other, and to stay together.
But what happens when they can’t stay together? What happens when there’s been abuse or neglect? How do family members remain close when harm continues to happen? Is it healthy to accept our family members no matter what they do?
This month at Calling Home, we are dedicated to helping our members understand why family estrangement happens, how to navigate the process, and what to do when it happens in their family.
You will learn:
- Why family estrangement happens
- How to tell a family member you can no longer have a relationship
- What to do when a family member says they no longer want a relationship with you
- How to manage other family relationships when you're estranged from a family member
- How to explain family estrangement to friends, family, and children
- Why family estrangement hurts so bad
- How to begin speaking after an estrangement
- What to do while you're not in contact with this family member
Calling Home: Family Estrangement
Every Monday in October, you will receive an article, workbook, script, and video about adult family estrangement. You will also get access to a guide for starting therapy to work on family estrangement and a recommended reading list. This content is available forever on our website to members of The Family Cyclebreakers Club and is also delivered to your inbox.
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