In this deeply moving episode, I sit down with ShawntiRefuge, founder of Mothering in the Dark, a support group that addresses one of the most painful and often silenced experiences in family life - estrangement from our children. Shawnti courageously shares her unique perspective, havingexperienced estrangement from both sides of the relationship.
🔍 In our conversation,we explore:
What makes Shawnti's work so vital is her understanding that healing doesn't always mean reconciliation, and that mothers experiencing estrangement deserve support, community, and freedom from shame. Her approachthrough Mothering in the Dark creates space for the conversations most people are afraid to have.
This episode is for anyone who has experienced familyestrangement, knows someone going through this journey, or wants to better understand this often misunderstood form of grief.
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Chapters:
00:00 Understanding Estrangement: A Personal Journey
08:03 The Unique Grief of Living Estrangement
09:42 Breaking Generational Patterns of Disconnection
10:39 Creating Safe Spaces: Mothering in the Dark
14:40 The Importance of Accountability and Healing
15:07 The Journey of Reconciliation and Healing
17:12 The Power of Journaling in Healing
19:09 Facing Old Wounds and Seeking Support
21:25 Navigating the Honeymoon Phase in Relationships
24:48 Finding Purpose and Community Support
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Stay Connected: Shawnti Refuge
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