In this special episode celebrating the third anniversary of the Estranged Heart podcast, Kreed reflects on the journey of the podcast, the importance of community, and the lessons learned over the years. She discusses the support groups for estranged and reconciled parents, shares insights from her personal experiences, and highlights the evolving…

In this episode, Kreed discusses the complexities of estrangement and emphasizes the importance of patience and understanding in the healing process, highlighting that pushing for reconciliation can often lead to further estrangement. Kreed encourages listeners to focus on their own healing journeys and to give their estranged loved ones the space …

In this episode of the Estranged Heart podcast, Kreed discusses the complexities of reconciliation, emphasizing the importance of patience, self-reflection, and understanding in the healing process. Kreed outlines key factors that foster reconciliation while also identifying common roadblocks that hinder progress. The episode concludes with a messa…

In this episode, Kreed explores the complexities of estrangement and communication between parents and adult children. The discussion centers around the often misunderstood expressions of anger, which may be perceived as verbal abuse but are often cries for connection and validation stemming from unmet emotional needs. Kreed emphasizes the importan…

In this episode, Kreed discusses the complexities of estrangement between parents and adult children, focusing on the emotional disconnect that often arises despite parents' best efforts to provide materially. The conversation emphasizes the importance of understanding emotional needs, generational differences in expressions of love, and the necess…

In this episode, Kreed discusses the complexities of estrangement between parents and adult children, emphasizing the importance of self-understanding and emotional connection. She introduces the concept of an 'invitation to heal' from estranged children, encouraging parents to engage in therapy or coaching to foster better relationships. Kreed add…

In this episode, Kreed discusses the complex topic of broken trust in estranged relationships, particularly between parents and adult children. The conversation explores the emotional impact of estrangement, the importance of rebuilding trust, and the key elements necessary for this process, including validation, consistency, accountability, and em…

In this episode, Kreed discusses the complex dynamics of expectations in parent-adult child relationships, exploring how unspoken beliefs can lead to estrangement. The conversation highlights the importance of communication, validation, and understanding the hidden expectations that often go unexamined. Kreed emphasizes the need for curiosity and s…

The episode explores the concept of wanting our children to suffer as we have and questions why we have this desire. It delves into the idea of reaping what you sow and the belief in karma. Kreed emphasizes that wanting someone else to suffer is not helpful for our own healing and suggests shifting our perspective towards compassion and empathy. Sh…

In this episode, Kreed discusses the misconception that estranged children make a deliberate choice to cut off contact with their parents out of spite. Kreed emphasizes that the decision to go no contact is often a last resort for adult children who feel unheard and invalidated. The episode explores the importance of empathy, understanding, and eff…

This episode explores the topic of favoritism within families and how it can hinder reconciliation between estranged parents and adult children. Kreed shares personal and professional experiences and discusses the emotional impact of favoritism on the estranged child. The episode highlights the importance of listening to the child's perspective and…

In this episode, Kreed discusses the use of labels and negative language when describing estranged adult children. She emphasizes the importance of curiosity and understanding, rather than judgment and blame. Kreed encourages parents to shift their perspective and language to foster healing and potential reconciliation. She also acknowledges that t…

In this episode Kreed explores the topic of enmeshment and how it can lead to estrangement in families. Enmeshment is characterized by a lack of boundaries and difficulty separating oneself from family members. It often involves prioritizing loyalty and emotional attachment above everything else. Enmeshed families may exhibit controlling behavior, …

In this episode, Kreed addresses estranged moms and validates their feelings of pain, sadness, and confusion. She acknowledges the trauma of being rejected by their children and the societal pressure on mothers. Kreed emphasizes the importance of validating these feelings and seeking support to heal and move forward. She also highlights the need fo…

In this episode, Kreed explores the question that every estranged parent asks: 'I wonder if they even miss me?' She discusses the complexities of the parent-child relationship and the reasons why adult children may not immediately reconcile with their parents. Kreed emphasizes the importance of understanding the emotions and experiences of both par…

In this episode, Kreed interviews an adult daughter who is estranged from her father for just shy of a decade. This is part II of the interview that discusses the relationship in current times. Part I gives the relational history. ----------------------------- http://www.TheEstrangedHeart.com Email Kreed at: TheEstrangedHeart@gmail.com Coaching wit…

In this episode, Kreed interviews an adult daughter who is estranged from her father and has been for nearly a decade. This is part I of her story. ------------------ http://www.TheEstrangedHeart.com Email Kreed at: TheEstrangedHeart@gmail.com Coaching with Kreed - https://TheEstrangedHeart-scheduler.as.me/COACHING Facebook Support Group for estran…

In this episode, Kreed discusses the difference between what an apology is vs an amends. She also shares a personal experience regarding an apology received and an amends not given. http://www.TheEstrangedHeart.com Email Kreed at: TheEstrangedHeart@gmail.com Coaching with Kreed - https://TheEstrangedHeart-scheduler.as.me/COACHING Facebook Support G…

In this episode, Kreed shares a perspective on the myth of daughter-in-law or son-in-law as ‘the gatekeeper’. Could there be another perspective? http://www.TheEstrangedHeart.com Email Kreed at: TheEstrangedHeart@gmail.com Coaching with Kreed - https://TheEstrangedHeart-scheduler.as.me/COACHING Facebook Support Group for estranged moms: facilitated…

In this episode, Kreed covers three topics that parents discuss frequently in the world of estrangement. - Can I take down their photos? - What to do with their things (childhood memories, mementos, etc.) - Should I stop paying for services for them (cell phone bill, health insurance, car payments, etc.) ------------------ http://www.TheEstrangedHe…

In this Father's Day episode, Kreed discusses her experience working with estranged dads and their pain. ⁠http://www.TheEstrangedHeart.com⁠ Email Kreed at: ⁠TheEstrangedHeart@gmail.com⁠ Coaching with Kreed - ⁠https://TheEstrangedHeart-scheduler.as.me/COACHING⁠ ZOOM Support Groups for estranged moms, recently reconciled moms and estranged adult chil…

In this episode, Kreed discusses how estranged parents & adult children can live and even thrive in the face of rejection and separation. ---------------------- http://www.TheEstrangedHeart.com Email Kreed at: TheEstrangedHeart@gmail.com Coaching with Kreed - https://TheEstrangedHeart-scheduler.as.me/COACHING ZOOM support groups for estranged moms,…

In this episode, Kreed discusses how a pause letter might be helpful in place of giving up on our estranged loved one. ----------------------- http://www.TheEstrangedHeart.com Email Kreed at: TheEstrangedHeart@gmail.com Coaching with Kreed - https://TheEstrangedHeart-scheduler.as.me/COACHING Facebook Support Group for estranged moms: facilitated by…

Recently, a support group member asked Kreed about the specific steps she took to reconcile with her adult children. In this episode, Kreed share those steps as well as what she has done to maintain those relationships for nearly seven and eight years now. As an estranged parent, this episode might provide information and inspiration for you as you…

In this episode, Kreed shares a mom's story of reconciliation after 10 years of estrangement. Also, an update on a mom who, after 9 years of silence and who previously shared her estrangement story on the podcast, is now reconciled with her daughter. If you are seeking hope after a long term estrangement, this episode might be just the thing to kee…

In this episode, Kreed encourages a different perspective for both estranged moms and estranged adult children. ---------------- http://www.TheEstrangedHeart.com Email Kreed at: TheEstrangedHeart@gmail.com Coaching with Kreed - https://TheEstrangedHeart-scheduler.as.me/COACHING Facebook Support Group for estranged moms: facilitated by Kreed: https:…

In this episode, Kreed discusses the month of May and Mother's Day as it relates to estranged moms. If you are an estranged mom and feeling all of the feelings that come up this time of year, you might find some support within this episode. https://abedformyheart.com/still-a-mother/ (This might not be an episode that estranged adult children would …

In this episode, Kreed discusses the question that estranged parents have about their estranged adult child(ren): Why Do They Stay SO Angry & Resentful? Why won't THEY go to therapy and do THEIR work? http://www.TheEstrangedHeart.com Email Kreed at: TheEstrangedHeart@gmail.com Coaching with Kreed - https://TheEstrangedHeart-scheduler.as.me/COACHING…

In this episode, Kreed shares thoughts regarding life's transitions and changes. She discusses how we can embrace these when it comes to estrangement and reconciliation to grow and evolve in our relationships. ---------------- http://www.TheEstrangedHeart.com Email Kreed at: TheEstrangedHeart@gmail.com Coaching with Kreed - https://TheEstrangedHear…

Interview with An Adult Daughter (part 4 of 4) - If I Could Just Get My Mom To See Me. In this episode, this is the final piece of the interview with an estranged adult daughter. She discusses her mom's lack of interest in her life, her relationship now with her dad and that she is sorting through how to feel and what to do if her mom does not do h…

Interview with An Estranged Adult Daughter (part 3 of 4) - If I Could Just Get My Mom To See Me This adult daughter discusses the need to sort through her childhood memories to find out why she felt the way she does. She talks about her childhood being that which on the outside things were provided for yet there was no connection or attachment happ…

Part 2 of 4 - Interview w/An Adult Daughter - If I Could Just Get My Mom To See Me. This adult daughter discusses her care and love for her mom even in the midst of estrangement and the hurt she felt when her mom lit up when she saw her grandchildren but not when she saw her daughter. Also discussed is the fact that experiences are built one on top…

This is the first of a 4 part series for an interview with an estranged adult daughter. This conversation is insightful, deeply reflective and emotional. It's a must listen for any estranged parent and adult child or those who love an estranged parent or adult child. _~_~_~_~_~_~_~_~_~_~_~_~_ http://www.TheEstrangedHeart.com Email Kreed at: TheEstr…

In this episode, Kreed discusses the difference between individual and joined work and why doing solo healing work can help relational healing to be easier and quicker. Also discussed is that healing happens in layers and what happens when we attempt to force others to resolve issues in ways and times before the other person is ready? -------------…

In this episode, Kreed shares her own personal story of being emotionally triggered by her mom just recently. She also discusses emotional triggers - what are they, how they show up and what we can do to help lessen them. --------------------- http://www.TheEstrangedHeart.com Email Kreed at: TheEstrangedHeart@gmail.com Coaching with Kreed Email Kre…

Are our estranged adult children really holding a grudge or withholding forgiveness? In this episode, Kreed discusses why this "surface appearance" might not actually be what is going on for our adult child. Have we, as estranged parents, created conditions for forgiveness to be offered? Or have we maintained conditions that elicit defensiveness an…

In this episode, estrangement coach, Kreed Revere, discusses part 6 of 6 in the series on Themes of Parent / Adult Child Estrangement: LACK OF APOLOGIES & CHANGED BEHAVIOR Parents who resist or downright refuse to apologize and or change their behavior(s), rarely reconcile ... and then remain in a healthy relationship with their adult child. In thi…

In this episode, estrangement coach, Kreed Revere, discusses part 5 of 6 of the series on Themes of Parent / Adult Child Estrangement: Religion, Politics and Identity Acceptance Parent-adult child estrangement is a deeply complex and painful experience that can be shaped by a myriad of factors to include the profound impact of estrangement rooted i…

In this episode, Kreed explores narcissism and emotional immaturity within family dynamics, particularly between estranged parents and adult children. * Understanding Narcissistic Traits and Emotional Immaturity * Identifying Narcissistic Traits and Emotional Immaturity * Impact on Family Dynamics http://www.TheEstrangedHeart.com Email Kreed at: Th…

In this episode, Kreed discusses part 3 of 6 of the series on Themes of Parent / Adult Child Estrangement: Denial of Issues or Problems in Parent / Adult Child Estrangement * Understanding the role of denial in estranged relationships is crucial for unraveling the complex web of emotions and dynamics that contribute to the distancing between parent…

Part 2 of 6 in series of Themes of Parent/Adult Child Estrangement - BOUNDARIES: In this episode, Kreed covers examples of healthy and non-healthy boundaries, the importance of healthy boundaries in parent/adult child relationships, how a lack of boundaries can lead to feelings of suffocation and contribute to estrangement, and guidance on establis…

In this episode, Kreed begins a 6-part series on Themes & Topics for Parent/Adult Child Estrangement. Kreed covers examples of, the profound & last impacts of emotional abuse & neglect, how unaddressed emotional wounds can contribute to estrangement and insights on recognizing and addressing emotional neglect and abuse for healing and reconciliatio…

In this episode, Kreed interviews an estranged mom. This mom has been estranged for eight years from her only child and shares about her healing journey through mental illness and subsequent 12 years of therapy to arrive at a place of peace and acceptance of, as she calls it, the gift of estrangement. ------------ http://www.TheEstrangedHeart.com E…

In this first episode of 2024, Kreed discusses the topic of change - why do we resist it, what role does fear play in it and how can we learn to embrace it when it comes to our relationships, to include estrangement. —---------- http://www.TheEstrangedHeart.com Email Kreed at: TheEstrangedHeart@gmail.com Coaching & Consultation with Kreed Email Kre…

In this episode, Kreed discusses the estrangement between an estranged adult daughter and her mom. This is the final part of this interview series (part III). -------------- http://www.TheEstrangedHeart.com Email Kreed at: TheEstrangedHeart@gmail.com ------------- Coaching & Consultation with Kreed Email Kreed at TheEstrangedHeart@gmail.com Coachin…

In this episode, part two of an estranged adult child's story. ------------ http://www.TheEstrangedHeart.com Email Kreed at: TheEstrangedHeart@gmail.com Coaching & Consultation with Kreed Email Kreed at TheEstrangedHeart@gmail.com Coaching & Consultation with Kreed and AC Email Kreed at TheEstrangedHeart@gmail.com ------------ Don’t forget to check…

***TRIGGER WARNING*** In this episode, Kreed interviews an estranged adult daughter. In this part one of a two part interview where this estranged adult daughter shares a bit about her experience as a young child and adolescent having been raised as an only child by a single mom. (Within the conversations are discussions around self-harm and suicid…

In this episode, Kreed shares an estranged adult daughter's story. What struck Kreed about this particular estrangement experience was the balancing act the estranged daughter was doing in an effort to help herself and her relationship with her parents while also trying to help her children to navigate their relationship with their grandparents. Th…

In this episode, an estranged adult daughter shares her story with Kreed. —---------- http://www.TheEstrangedHeart.com Email Kreed at: TheEstrangedHeart@gmail.com Coaching & Consultation with Kreed: Email Kreed at TheEstrangedHeart@gmail.com Coaching & Consultation with Kreed and AC: Email Kreed at TheEstrangedHeart@gmail.com Don’t forget to check …

In this episode, Kreed flies solo as she discusses the grief and anger, from years past, oftentimes are not processed by moms which impacts the way they parented their children. —---------- http://www.TheEstrangedHeart.com TheEstrangedHeart@gmail.com Coaching & Consultation with Kreed: Email Kreed at TheEstrangedHeart@gmail.com Coaching & Consultat…