Life Conversations with a Twist
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Life Conversations with a Twist
Family Estrangement, Particularly Between Mothers And Daughters with Jodi LaRae Cunningham
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“I'm waiting at the sunset, in the light of the moon for tomorrow, where they'll come running on the horizon.” —Jodi LaRae Cunningham
It can be such a heartbreaking experience when someone just drifts away and cuts off contact. It can happen for all sorts of reasons but whatever they are, it can be really tough to deal with. The good news is, that there are ways to work through it and find a path towards healing, even if the relationship can't be fully repaired.
Jodi LaRae Cunningham never imagined she’d go through estrangement with her own family. After years of being cut off from her own children, Jodi channeled her pain and wisdom into writing ESTRANGEMENT, a book that's equal parts heartfelt memoir and practical guide for anyone struggling with broken relationships.
In this week’s episode, Jodi offers a compassionate and practical roadmap for navigating the complexities of estrangement, from setting healthy boundaries to finding peace through self-love and faith, all while maintaining hope for healing and reconciliation.
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Episode Highlights:
01:32 Talking About Estrangement
08:37 Suffering as a Scapegoat for Others’ Choices
16:46 The Reset
21:40 The Truth About Smothering
27:40 The Truth About Expectations
32:52 Hope for Reconciliation
34:39 The Power of Counselling
36:33 Do No Harm