| Author/Contributor(s): | Goodman, Whitney |
| Publisher: | Tarcher |
| Date: | 3/9/2027 |
| Binding: | Hardcover |
| Condition: | NEW |
Is estrangement a dirty word? Not anymore. For too long, we were told “blood is thicker than water” and “family comes first.” But a growing number of adults are taking agency, prioritizing their own healing, and deciding what a healthy family relationship is – and what they will no longer tolerate.
In this supportive, realistic, and authoritative guide, you’ll discover the insights and tools to make your relationship with problematic parents work. Topics include:
- Processing the past, and whether to ask for apologies
- What to say when a parent rejects your attempts to repair
- Managing the grief, guilt, and isolation that often come with estrangement
- Breaking the cycle of generational harm, to show up better for your family of choice
Filled with illuminating stories, actionable advice, and ready-to-use scripts for even the trickiest scenarios, this is the roadmap for processing the past and prioritizing your own healing – to create the nourishing family life you deserve.