The Estranged Heart

Kreed discusses upcoming workshops and support groups. Also providing information on the coming months as TEHP closes out its first year. For those interested in any of the workshops and or support groups, please email Kreed at TheEstrangedHeart@gmail.com Reading from: There's A Hole In My Love Cup by Sven Erlandson, MDiv. http://www. TheEstrangedHeart.com Facebook support group facilitated by Kre...

***TRIGGER WARNING*** In this episode, Kreed discusses the topic of estrangement, depression, shame and suicide. SHOW NOTES: https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/basics/suicide https://jedfoundation.org/resource/understanding-suicidal-thoughts/ https://nami.org/Home Everything I Didn’t Say by Ella Henderson   https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yLQAxZyJ93U&list=RDyLQAxZyJ93U&start_radio=1 A...

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Conflict Resolution - What did you learn? What did you teach? In this episode, Kreed discusses the various aspects of conflict and how to resolve it as it relates to estrangement. 6 Sources of Tension Between Adult Children & Parents - by Peg Streep (Psychology Today) https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/tech-support/202207/6-sources-tension-between-adult-children-and-parents Conflict Resol...

In this episode, Kreed discusses the difference in a relationship with your adult child vs a peer and why this is so important to recognize. And understand. Tina Gilbertson, psychotherapist - The Reconnection Club podcast https://www.youtube.com/c/ReconnectionClub http://www. TheEstrangedHeart.com Facebook support group facilitated by Kreed: http s://www.facebook.com/groups/estrangedmotherssupport...

In this episode, Kreed discusses how to talk about your estrangement experience with others. http://www. TheEstrangedHeart.com Support group facilitated by Kreed: http s://www.facebook.com/groups/estrangedmotherssupportgroup If you wish to become a financial supporter of the podcast and Kreed's work with estranged parents & adult children: https://anchor.fm/theestrangedheart/support https://ww...

In this episode, Kreed discusses the emotion of anger in estrangement. Brene Brown / Oprah: https://www.oprah.com/own-super-soul-sunday/brene-brown-the-2-most-common-ways-we-offload-hurt-video How To Cultivate A Healthy Relationship with Anger: https://www.becomingwhoyouare.net/healthy-relationship-with-anger/ The Gifts of Anger by Karla McLaren: https://karlamclaren.com/the-gifts-of-anger/#:~:tex...

In this episode, Kreed discusses gatekeepers and the role they play or do not play in estrangement.  Never one to back down from controversy,  Kreed has a very different take on what is known as the “gatekeepers” (daughter-in-law, son-in-law) in the world of estrangement. SHOW NOTES: http://www. TheEstrangedHeart.com Support group facilitated by Kreed: http s://www.facebook.com/groups/es...

In this episode, Kreed is interviewed by John Chao, a colleague, transformation coach and fellow podcaster regarding her work as an estrangement and reconciliation coach. 

A discussion regarding Mother's Day and estrangement moms. www. TheEstrangedHeart.com If you are interested in learning more about relationship reconciliation & communication  coaching services with Kreed, please email: TheEstrangedHeart@gmail.com Support group facilitated by Kreed: http s://www.facebook.com/groups/estrangedmotherssupportgroup If you wish to become a financial supporter o...

"We are all addicted to something, not necessarily a substance. A way of thinking, being, racing and it comes from somewhere, so before you judge anyone: Ask not why the addiction, but why the pain.” - Dr. Gabor Mate In this episode, Kreed discusses a different perspective on addiction and navigating this through estrangement. http://www. TheEstrangedHeart.com Dr. Gabor Mate - physician, author, e...

Are Therapists Leading The Charge for Estrangement?  In this episode, Kreed works to demystify therapy, therapists and the work done in the therapy room. Show Notes: http://www. TheEstrangedHeart.com http s://www.facebook.com/groups/estrangedmotherssupportgroup https://anchor.fm/theestrangedheart/support https://www.patreon.com/theestrangedheart https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/basics/thera...

In this episode Kreed asks and explores the question: Is the parent/child relationship a contract or gift or something else? Quote: "All relationships, except those that are familial, are by choice. Even the relationship from the perspective of a parent to a child is by choice yet not the other way around. Is it any wonder those relationships we have with family are so fraught with resistance and...

In this episode, Kreed discusses the difference in language definition and perception as well as the importance of boundaries for both estranged parents AND estranged adult children. Show Notes: http://www. TheEstrangedHeart.com http s://www.facebook.com/groups/estrangedmotherssupportgroup https://anchor.fm/theestrangedheart/support https://www.patreon.com/theestrangedheart

In this episode, Kreed discusses how guilt can help us with do-overs and uses the metaphor of cleaning out a closet to do this.

In this episode, Kreed dives into how to work towards reconciliation even if the other party is not speaking to us. http://www. TheEstrangedHeart.com http s://www.facebook.com/groups/estrangedmotherssupportgroup Book - There’s A Hole In My Love Cup by Sven Erlandson, MDiv.

In this episode, Kreed discusses how to move forward with a life of purpose and meaning and joy even when you’ve lost hope for reconciliation. http://www. TheEstrangedHeart.com http s://www.facebook.com/groups/estrangedmotherssupportgroup https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/imperfect-spirituality/201902/why-hope-matters

In this episode Kreed discusses the highly discussed topic in the world of estrangement - apologies and making amends. Online support group hosted by Kreed: https://www.facebook.com/groups/estrangedmotherssupportgroup Recommended Books: - There’s A Hole In My Love Cup by Sven Erlandson, MDiv - The Dark Side of the Light Chasers by Debbie Ford Facebook:  https://www.facebook.com/theestrangedhe...

Or could there be something true and valid beneath the surface? In this episode, Kreed delves into reasons why adult children may be estranging from parents. Volunteers are still needed for Ricki Bouska’s, LMHC research study for her PhD dissertation. Please email TheEstrangedHeart@gmail.com for more information. Patreon Membership - https://www.patreon.com/theestrangedheart Facebook support group...

In this episode, Kreed shares her experience of having once been removed from her grandchildren’s lives and her process of grief around that.

In this episode, Kreed provides information regarding a licensed therapist who is seeking volunteers for her doctoral research study. If you are a U.S. resident, 60+ years of age, fully retired, emotionally estranged from your adult child(ren), have access to a computer, tablet or smart phone and have an interest in participating in the study, please call or email Ricki Bouska, MA, LMHC, NCC at 56...

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Returning to meaningful & heartfelt connections in the face of estrangement.

In part 2 of this episode #14, Kreed discusses how trauma impacts the behaviors of estranged adult children and the importance of accepting their trauma experience as something that happened inside them as a result of what happened to them (does not define them), learning more to understand and then how to change course when it come to relating to them.

In part 1 of this episode, Kreed discusses what trauma is and how our knowledge of it has changed and evolved over the last several decades; how the word itself is utilized so much more frequently in every day life. She also explores how understanding trauma today can help to shed light on potential reasons why adult children estrange from their parents. SHOW NOTES: @the.holistic.psychologist http...