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Cutting Ties with Toxic Family: How to Do It, and Why You Might Need To with Dr. Sharon Martin
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Key Takeaways:
- Cutting ties isn’t impulsive—it’s often the result of long-term patterns of abuse or dysfunction.
- “No contact” can take many forms and doesn’t look the same for everyone.
- Guilt, shame, and societal pressure often accompany estrangement and must be consciously unpacked.
- Grieving the idealized version of a parent is a necessary step toward healing.
- Creating a chosen family and redefining support through intentional relationships can offer a path forward.
Resources Mentioned
- Cutting Ties With Your Parents by Dr. Sharon Martin – Available on Amazon
- Website: LiveWellWithSharonMartin.com – Free articles, newsletters, and estrangement resources
- Support Group: Together Estranged
- Podcast mentioned: Adult Child Podcast by Andrea Ashley
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