The Reconciled Relationships Podcast

Opening a hurtful message from your adult child can feel like an emotional earthquake. The shock, the pain, the confusion—it’s overwhelming. But before you respond, defend yourself, or spiral into guilt, this video will help you take a breath and ground yourself.

In this episode, I’ll walk you through what to do first: how to regulate your emotions, discern whether a response is even needed, and avoid the ...

Does your adult child make you feel invisible? Maybe they roll their eyes, talk over you, or act like your voice doesn’t matter. This kind of subtle dismissal can wear you down—but you are not imagining it, and you are not alone.

In this episode, I’m walking you through 4 signs your adult child is dismissing you—and how you can respond with strength, clarity, and self-respect. We’re not talking about lashing out or giving up. We’re...

Has your adult child accused you of being a narcissist—or said you’re toxic, controlling, or manipulative? It’s devastating to hear those words, especially when you gave your all as a mom. In this episode, we unpack the real reasons behind these painful accusations. From social media influence to emotional language gaps between generations, we’ll explore what’s really going on—and why it may have more to do with their ...

When your adult child ghosts you — suddenly stops replying with no explanation — it’s heartbreaking. You may feel confused, ashamed, or helpless. But you're not alone — and you're not without hope.

In this episode, I share 4 powerful, faith-rooted ways to cope with the silence and heartbreak of being ghosted by your grown child. You’ll also hear a hopeful truth: 81% of adult children who ghost their mother...

For years, I lived in a cycle of hope and heartbreak — checking my phone every morning, rearranging my life around silence, and going to bed disappointed. I had completely lost myself trying to fix a relationship with my estranged child that I didn’t break alone.

In this vulnerable episode, I’m sharing the exact moments that changed everything. The rock bottom. The identity crisis. The boundary I finally s...

The U.S. Surgeon General has officially declared loneliness a public health epidemic—but for many estranged moms, this crisis isn’t new. If you’ve been living in silence, feeling emotionally isolated, and questioning your worth as a mother, you’re not alone. In this episode, we’ll explore how the loneliness epidemic is uniquely impacting mothers who are estranged from their adult children. From health risks to shame sp...

Estrangement is painful every day—but on certain days, it feels unbearable. Whether it’s a birthday, holiday, big life milestone, or even just scrolling social media, some moments hit estranged moms like a wave. In this episode, we’re talking about the 4 most common emotional triggers during estrangement—and how to cope when they come. You are not alone if you feel grief on your child’s birthday or dread the silence du...

Are you emotionally drained from constantly thinking about your adult child—worrying, replaying conversations, or carrying guilt for things you can’t fix? If you're a Christian mom feeling overwhelmed, anxious, or disconnected from your own life, this video is for you. We’ll talk about how to love your adult child without carrying the emotional weight of their choices, the warning signs that you’ve crossed the line fro...

If you’re a mom of an estranged or difficult adult child, saying “no” might feel like the hardest thing in the world. Maybe you fear the silence that follows… or the guilt that crashes over you. But saying “yes” to everything—when your heart is screaming “no”—isn’t love. It’s self-sacrifice that can leave you emotionally exhausted and spiritually empty.

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Rebuilding connection with your adult child after estrangement can feel overwhelming… even when it’s what you’ve prayed for. The truth is, reconnection doesn’t mean diving back in with the same patterns—it requires healing, self-awareness, and a steady heart.

In this video, I’m walking you through 4 powerful truths to help you rebuild trust without rushing, show up as the healthiest version of you, and avo...

Do you ever feel like your estranged adult child owes you something after all the years you poured into raising them—your time, your love, your sacrifices? You’re not alone. Many moms silently carry the weight of this emotional debt, feeling forgotten, dismissed, or unappreciated. In this honest and heartfelt episode, we’ll explore what happens when love turns into expectation, why resentment grows when we keep emotion...

Are you carrying the emotional weight of your adult child's pain—so much that it's starting to crush you? In this episode, we’re diving into the painful reality of toxic empathy, when your love and compassion turn into emotional exhaustion. As a mom, it’s natural to feel deeply—but when your empathy starts to erase your peace, your identity, and your well-being, something has to shift. We’ll explore what toxic empathy ...

If you're asking yourself this question in the quiet moments, you're not alone. In this heartfelt episode, I'm sharing what I’ve learned from coaching hundreds of moms walking through the pain of estrangement—some who are still waiting, and others who have experienced reconciliation.

We’ll explore what your child’s silence might actually mean, why it’s not always about you (but still hurts deeply), and wha...

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, ...