The Reconciled Relationships Podcast

Family Estrangement ALERT - Are You Ignoring These 4 Signs?// Let Go and Redefine the Relationship with Your Adult Child. This video is specifically for moms navigating the challenging journey of estrangement from their adult children. If you're a mom experiencing the pain and heartache of a fractured relationship, this heartfelt and insightful discussion is here to offer support, understanding, and actionable advice.

Are you carrying your adult child’s battles on your back—losing sleep, feeling helpless, and wondering where you went wrong? Whether they’re struggling with addiction, anxiety, depression, or just completely shut you out… it’s crushing. But here’s the truth: you were never meant to carry what only God can heal.

In this video, we’re talking about the painful but holy act of surrender—letting go without givi...

Have you ever felt a wave of grief after seeing a mother and child reunite—especially when your own child still won’t speak to you? You’re not alone. In this heartfelt video, I’m opening up about why watching reconciliation stories can hurt so deeply for estranged moms.

We’ll talk about the emotional rollercoaster of comparison, the silent grief that gets triggered by social media, and how to protect your ...

Dr. Phil Said THIS About No Contact… And I Have Something to Say Too//In this heartfelt reaction to a powerful Dr. Phil clip, I explore the emotional question: Is going no contact helping your adult child heal—or just making it easier to hit the eject button? As a coach for moms walking through the pain of estrangement, I’ve seen firsthand the quiet strength, growth, and faith so many mothers are cultivating behind the...

Is social media quietly draining your energy and peace? If you're a mom navigating estrangement from your adult child, you may not even realize how deeply those scrolling moments are affecting your heart. From unexpected emotional triggers to the comparison trap, vague or painful posts from your child—or complete silence—social media can amplify your grief without warning. In this episode, I’ll walk you through the hid...

When a child goes no contact, it leaves a deep, invisible wound that many moms silently carry. On the outside, life may seem fine—but inside, there’s a storm of grief, guilt, and unanswered questions. In this episode, I’m sharing what really happens to a mother’s heart when her adult child walks away without explanation. If you've ever smiled while your heart was breaking, or asked yourself why you can't just move on, ...

Are you a mom who lies awake at night wondering how it all went so wrong? Maybe your adult child is making painful choices you can’t understand… or maybe they’ve shut you out completely without a word of explanation. If you’re grieving, spiraling, or constantly trying to “fix” something that feels completely out of your control—this video is for you.

In this heartfelt message, I share four powerful steps t...

Have you ever asked yourself, Why did my adult child abandon me without an explanation? You’re not alone. So many mothers are left grieving a silent estrangement—no goodbye, no closure, just a heartbreaking absence.

In this episode, we’ll talk about why adult children often avoid honest conversations, how your brain fills in the blanks with painful assumptions, and—most importantly—how you can begin to hea...

Are you struggling with guilt trips and emotional manipulation from your adult child? You’re not alone. In this powerful episode, coach Sally Harris shares how to recognize manipulation, set healthy boundaries, and stop feeling guilty for protecting your peace.

Whether you’re a mom or a grandparent facing estrangement, emotional blackmail, or disrespect, this message is for you. Learn practical, faith-base...

You’re doing everything right—but the heartbreak of estrangement still lingers beneath the surface. You laugh, serve, show up for your family… yet deep down, you feel the ache no one sees. This video is for the moms who are quietly suffering in comfort—those who are functioning on the outside but grieving on the inside. In today’s message, I’m unpacking the real emotional and spiritual toll estrangement takes on a moth...

Are you stuck in a painful cycle with your adult child that leaves you feeling confused, hurt, or rejected? You’re not alone—and you’re not imagining it. In this video, I walk you through 5 of the most common emotional “crazy cycles” moms face in strained or estranged relationships with their adult children. Whether it's silence, guilt, defensiveness, or that constant hope-disappointment spiral, these patterns can leav...

Are you feeling disrespected or pushed aside by your adult child’s spouse? Maybe your daughter-in-law ignores your presence, dismisses your words, or even seems to turn your child against you. It hurts deeply—and you’re not imagining it. In this episode, we’re talking about how to respond when you feel disrespected without losing your peace, your dignity, or your connection with your child. I’ll walk you through four p...

Is your parenting style unintentionally enabling your adult child’s bad behavior? In this heartfelt episode, coach Sally Harris breaks down what enabling really looks like, why moms fall into this cycle, and how to start setting healthy boundaries—without cutting off your child. Learn how to protect your peace, support your child in a healthier way, and finally break free from guilt and exhaustion.

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When your adult child stops calling you “Mom” and starts using your first name, it can feel like a dagger to the heart. In this episode, I’m talking about what it really means when this shift happens—and how to protect your peace while navigating the emotional pain of estrangement. You’ll learn why some adult children stop using “Mom,” what it says about them (and not you), and how to respond from a place of strength a...

If you're a mom struggling with estrangement from your adult child, it might feel like you've tried everything to fix the distance between you. But what if the answer isn't trying harder—it's letting go in a new way? In today’s episode, I’m sharing why continuing to "parent" your adult child could actually be creating more distance, and how shifting into a new role of support, respect, and emotional freedom could be th...

Are you tired of feeling like someone else is in charge of your emotions—especially when it comes to your adult child? In this episode, I introduce you to a powerful concept inspired by Jefferson Fisher: The Remote vs. The Manual. You’ll learn how to stop reacting and start teaching others how to treat you with the respect and clarity you deserve. We’ll talk about emotional triggers, setting healthy boundaries, and bui...

Have you ever felt like your emotions were writing your story for you? Like one message—or silence—from your adult child could send you spiraling into guilt, shame, or hopelessness? You’re not alone. In today’s episode, we’re talking about how to break free from the lie that your feelings define your worth. You’ll learn the difference between emotions and truth, how emotional reasoning can keep you stuck, and practical...

Are you constantly feeling like your peace is being stolen—by family drama, hurtful messages, or even your own thoughts? In this episode, we’re diving deep into what it means to gatekeep your peace of mind as a mom navigating estrangement from an adult child. You’ll learn how to take ownership of your emotional space, recognize what’s draining you, set healthy limits without guilt, and create daily habits that help you...

Are you a mom asking yourself, "Why did my child cut me off?" You're not alone. In this episode, we’re exploring the five most common patterns of estrangement moms face—whether it’s a gradual drift, a sudden shutout, on-again-off-again contact, outside influences, or feeling like you’re the only one trying. Understanding these patterns won’t erase the pain, but it can bring clarity—and sometimes, even hope. If you see ...