Slate Daily Feed Care and Feeding | Slate's parenting show - How To Navigate Strained Relationships Around the Holidays
Nov 20, 2025
Lindsay Glass, a daughter and co-author, shares her journey of estrangement and reconciliation, reflecting on a four-year separation from her mother, Leslie Glass. As experienced recovery advocates, they discuss essential techniques for navigating toxic family dynamics during the holidays. Listeners will learn about setting boundaries, recognizing signs of healthy versus toxic relatives, and practical methods to de-escalate tense situations. Their insights are both heartfelt and practical, emphasizing the importance of compassion and understanding in rebuilding familial relationships.
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Solo Worldschooling Wins
- Elizabeth Newcamp described her solo worldschooling trip and small routines she uses to manage travel stress.
- Her kids offered candid feedback that led to a family signal: calling out 'we're entering a critical phase.'
Four Years Of Estrangement
- Lindsay Glass described moving away and four years of no contact after intense family fights.
- She credits therapy, recovery work, and sponsor support for the eventual reconnection with her mother, Leslie Glass.
Start Reconciliation With Neutral Contact
- Use neutral, supervised first contacts like emails and cards when reconciling after estrangement.
- Avoid charged topics at first and have professionals review outreach to keep communication safe.
