Weekend ‘I never want you around your grandchild’: the families torn apart when adult children go ‘no contact’
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Dec 14, 2024 
Gaby Hinsliff, a journalist known for her insightful commentary on family dynamics, delves into the complex world of parental estrangement. She shares personal stories of individuals who have chosen to go no contact with their parents, revealing the emotional turmoil and difficult choices involved. The discussion highlights the impact of generational trauma, gaslighting, and societal shifts on family relationships. Listeners will find a poignant exploration of the heartbreak and necessity that often accompany these painful family rifts.
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Carolyn's Story
- Carolyn's daughter cut contact, citing Carolyn's past behavior as a reason.
- Despite feeling bewildered and devastated, Carolyn tries to give her daughter space.
Coleman's Expertise
- Psychologist Joshua Coleman counsels estranged parents, having experienced it himself.
- He suggests there's often more to estrangement than the rejected parent realizes.
Separate Realities
- Coleman believes most parents try their best, but their best isn't always enough.
- Differing perceptions within families create separate realities of the same events.
