Best Jenny Good | Christian Life Coach Podcasts (2025)

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Reconciliation Truth: The Labels Do Not Matter 12:01

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Hello, sister Mom. I want to share something that’s been stirring in my heart about estrangement and labels. I believe you need to hear today’s episode. . I saw a supposed estrangement expert talking about estrangement in a way that piles on labels, and creates more complication in the already complex challenge of estrangement. . And while labels c…

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214 – When Faith Feels Distant and Parenting Feels Heavy: Can Journaling Help You Hear God? (with Jenny Fulford) 33:14

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Are you in a season that feels more like survival than hope? What if healing doesn’t look like getting through it but learning to meet God in it? 🌿 Hearing God’s voice isn’t always easy, especially when life feels heavy and faith feels quiet. 💔 Hi Neighbor, In this heartfelt conversation, Jenny Fulford shares how God met her in a season of silence …

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#127 Cultivating Catholic Community in a Busy World with Amy Brooks 46:39

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Send us a text Do you ever feel like you’re walking your faith journey alone? Maybe you long for Catholic friendships that lift you up, or a community where you can grow spiritually and be yourself. In a world that often feels disconnected and fast-paced, finding real faith-filled friendship can feel impossible—but it doesn’t have to be. In this ep…

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Release Worldly Advice On Estrangement: Release Series Lesson 6 12:34

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When you’re estranged from your child, the pain can feel like a constant void in your heart. We’ve been in the Release series here on the podcast. Release is a free audio class I’ve been putting out on Tuesdays, and it has been about letting go of what’s blocking you from feeling better, and from increasing your odds of reconciling with your child.…

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213 – Will My Adopted Child Ever Heal? Wisdom from Adoptee Jackson TerKeurst 15:34

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Healing isn’t a quick fix! Patience is the real work of adoption. 💛 How can adoptive parents and adoptees apply these principles in their own journeys? Hi Neighbor, I’ve learned when I wrap up an interview to keep the recording going. Because more often than not, something unexpected and meaningful happens once the microphone should have been turne…

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How To Work On Reconciliation When Your Child Will Not Talk To You 16:45

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Estrangement can feel like such a lonely place… when there are no texts, no calls and no conversations, you miss your estranged child and your heart aches for reconciliation. If you have grandchildren that you don’t get to see, your heart mourns missing their milestones and special days. You want to reconcile, but you don’t know how to fix things i…

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#126 Self-Knowledge, Healing, Prayer and the Love of God with Jenny duBay 49:33

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Send us a text Have you been through suffering that’s left your heart questioning where God is in it all—or you long for prayer to feel like a place of healing, not obligation? You’re not alone in that longing, and the wisdom of the saints—especially St. Catherine of Siena—has something powerful to say about it. In this episode of Persistence in Pr…

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Releasing Fear In Family Estrangement: Release Series Lesson 5 13:17

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If you’re walking through estrangement, you know how fear can slip in and take hold. It curls in your stomach, gives your chest a sick feeling and whispers terrifying what-ifs. Fear has a way of filling in the silence with stories that aren’t true. In this Tea Time Tuesday episode, we’re in Lesson 5 of the Release series… we’re leaning into what it…

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212 – When Adoption Stories Hurt: Helping Your Child Through the Hard Moments (with Jane Baker) 15:13

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“If your own mother won’t fight to keep you, what does that say about you?” Has your adopted child ever asked a question that stopped you in your tracks? Something so deep and painful, you weren’t sure how to answer?💔 Hi Neighbor, In this powerful episode, I sit down again with my friend and trusted adoption professional, Jane Baker. Jane brings de…

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Emotional Healing With Autumn Colors 13:03

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Estrangement can make the world feel drained of color, as if everything has gone gray and monotone. But then autumn arrives… trees dressed in crimson and gold - and it’s as though God Himself is painting reminders across the sky that beauty still exists. In today’s episode of The Estranged Mom Coach, I want to tell you how these autumn hues are mor…

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211 – BONUS Minisode: You’re Not Alone! Compassion, Connection & Community for Adoptive Parents 2:15

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Imagine a group of compassionate adoptive parents. A safe place where people GET IT, share encouragement, and offer practical, faith-rooted support. Sounds amazing, right? 💛 Hi Neighbor, I’d like to take a moment to invite you into something special I built for adoptive parents. Something described in three words: compassion, connection, and commun…

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#125 Holy Movement: Uniting Prayer, Body, and Soul 55:11

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Send us a text What if your body could become a vessel of prayer—an instrument through which you encounter God in every breath, stretch, and step? In this episode of Persistence in Prayer, Director of Evangelization and SoulCore Regional Ambassador Nicky Verna joins me to explore the power of movement as prayer—how uniting your body and soul can dr…

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Freedom From Estrangement Guilt: Release Series Lesson 4 14:45

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When I was estranged from my child, one of the absolute hardest parts of it was the intense guilt I felt. And until I was able to release the guilt, the attempts to reassume my role as a mother fell short. In today’s episode, we’re in Lesson 4 of the Release series. We’re talking about estrangement guilt. The kind that replays your past like a brok…

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210 – How to Tell Your Child the Truth About Their Adoption (with Jane Baker) 17:19

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Has your child started asking questions about their birth family? 🤔 Do you worry about what to say or how much to share? 💬 What if your honesty could actually strengthen your child’s trust and sense of belonging? 💛 Hi Neighbor, In this heartfelt conversation, I sit down again with my friend and trusted adoption professional, Jane Baker. Jane has wa…

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Tell Hell You Are Getting Off The Floor 13:06

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Estrangement knocks you down. Way down. Maybe you’ve been on the floor for a while now. I’m talking about the kind of floor where your spirit lays still… bruised by estrangement, weighted by the ache of being cut off by your estranged son or daughter. You stare at the ceiling, wondering if you’ll ever have the strength to get up. . But here’s the t…

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#124 Cardinal Nguyen Van Thuan: A Witness of Hope 58:11

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By Kylie Hein

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Not Allowing Anger To Consume You During Estrangement: Release Series Lesson 3 14:19

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By Jenny Good | Christian Certified Family Estrangement Coach, Parental Estrangement Expert

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209 – 3 Biblical Steps to Eliminate Hurry and Find Peace, Calm, and Rest 11:20

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❗Are you constantly rushing, feeling like there’s never enough time in the day? 💭Do you long for real peace, but life’s chaos keeps pulling you away? 🌟What if slowing down could actually help you experience God’s presence more fully? Hi Neighbor, A simple card on my cabin door inspired this unplugged episode. “Ruthlessly eliminate hurry from your l…

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Considering Reaching Out To Your Estranged Child? 6 Steps To Take BEFORE You Do It! 15:46

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Estranged mothers carry so much heartache. And if you’ve found yourself wearing the label of a mom whose child went no contact, you know that ache all too well. Perhaps you also know about the longing to reach out to your estranged child… and the gripping fear that you’ll get it wrong. If you’ve ever wondered when the “right time” is to contact you…

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#123 Carrying the Right Crosses with Grace Abruzzo 55:07

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Send us a text What if some of the burdens you’re carrying were never meant to be yours in the first place? Do you ever feel weighed down by responsibilities, expectations, or guilt, wondering if this is really the cross God asked you to carry? You’re not alone, and you don’t have to keep carrying what was never yours. In this episode of Persistenc…

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Release The Pain Of Estrangement: Release Series Lesson 2 13:09

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Welcome to Lesson 2 of the Release Series. A free audio class series to help estranged mothers release what’s standing between them and feeling better and reconciling with their children. Trying to heal a relationship with your estranged child before you heal from the pain is like trying to fix a car while it’s barreling down the freeway at 100 mil…

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208 – Finding Peace in Pain No One Understands: Psalm 3 for Adoptive Parents 15:58

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He experienced one tragedy after another 💔. If that wasn't enough, he then experienced the ultimate act of betrayal 😢. How could a son do this to his father? Life would never be the same. Yet through it all, he was still able to find peace. Hi Neighbor, As an adoptive parent, have you faced sleepless nights filled with fear, wondering if peace will…

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Your Child Went No Contact? 3 Misconceptions About Relationship Recovery. 13:23

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If you’ve ever laid awake wondering how you became an estranged mother… if you’ve typed and re-typed a message to your estranged child, only to hit delete… if your heart is weary from navigating conflicting advice about estrangement… let me talk to you. In today’s episode of The Estranged Mom Coach™ Podcast, I’m walking you through three common—and…

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#122 Lessons from St. Elizabeth Ann Seton - America’s First Saint 46:23

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Send us a text What can a woman who lived over 200 years ago teach us about faith, courage, and finding God’s will in the middle of real-life struggles? Today, we are diving into the life of the first American-born Saint Elizabeth Ann Seton. In this episode of Persistence in Prayer, Sister Betty Ann McNeil—one of the leading scholars on St. Elizabe…

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Release The Urgency To Fix It Now: Release Series Lesson 1 13:24

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As you navigate estrangement from your adult child, you’re probably focusing on what you need to do differently. What things you need to learn, start doing and so forth - so that your estranged child will open the door to communication with you. But you might be overlooking a big part of the equation. What you need to release is just as important a…

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207 – Encouraging Bible Verses to Help Adoptive Parents Partner with God and Keep Going 12:14

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He faced one discouraging obstacle after another. Yet through it all, he persisted. How did he do it? First, he partnered with God. Hi Neighbor! Do you ever feel like you’re facing one discouraging obstacle after another in your adoption journey? You’re not alone. 💔 As an adoptive parent and coach, I know exactly what that feels like and how to per…

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Estrangement Recovery: The 5 Part Heart Posture Of The Medicine Matriarch 16:15

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Reaction mode. When you’re estranged, it seems like you’re constantly reacting to your estranged child’s choices… Like a spectator in your own life story, waiting on the other shoe to drop and hoping this nightmare of estrangement will end soon. If you vacillate between hope and hurt, and peace and panic, this episode is for you. We’re talking abou…

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#121 Becoming A Living Yes 34:31

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Send us a text Have you experienced the constant pressure to do more? You know those moments when the laundry is piled high, your inbox is overflowing, and the people that you love need you, and you keep saying yes, and each one feels a little bit heavier than the last. Sometimes we don't even realize it until there's so much on us that we feel par…

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Sending A Birthday Card To Your Estranged Child? Avoid These 3 Common Mistakes! 12:06

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Hey, friend. Come in and sit with me a while. If your estranged child’s birthday is coming up and you’re wondering… “Do I send a card or not?” - you are not alone. Like many other estranged mothers, you don’t want your child to think you’ve stopped caring, but you also don’t want to ignore their request for space. And really, how you handle seeming…

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206 – The Worst Advice for Adoptive Parents? And Why It Turned Out to Be the Best 8:53

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It was the worst advice I ever received as an adoptive parent and, strangely enough, it turned out to be the best advice too. Hi Neighbor, If you’ve ever felt crushed by unsolicited advice 😣 or wondered if you’re failing your kids 💔, you’re not alone. Some words sting and stay with you—but sometimes, with time and perspective, they can also become …

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10 Ways The spirit Of Offense Manipulates You (And What To Do About It) 13:57

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When you’re dealing with family estrangement from your child, offense can sneak in quietly. It feels like justified self-protection — like drawing a line to keep yourself from being hurt again. But offense isn’t a shield. It’s a trap. In this episode of The Estranged Mom Coach™ podcast, we’re getting into how the devil uses the spirit of offense to…

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#120 Deepen Your Prayer Life with Julie Onderko 1:00:33

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Send us a text Do you ever feel like your prayer life is stuck or wonder if you’re truly growing spiritually? In this episode of Persistence in Prayer, Catholic author, mentor, and speaker Julie Onderko is back on the podcast to talk about the real journey of prayer, growth, and intimacy with God. Together, we dive into the seasons of life, the pow…

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Stuck In Estrangement Trauma? Break Free With These 4 Emotional Regulation Tips. 13:39

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When estrangement from your child happens, it doesn’t just hurt your heart… it rattles your whole nervous system. Estrangement from your child is a trauma, and too often, that part of the conversation often gets left out. You find yourself stuck in cycles of overthinking and physical symptoms… checking your phone with hope and dread in the same bre…

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205 – If You’re Feeling Lost as an Adoptive Parent? THIS Could Be Your Lifeline! 8:03

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“For everything there is a season, a time for every activity under heaven.” 🌿 Ecclesiastes 3:1 Whatever season you’re in on your adoption journey, we can get through it together. If you’re feeling lost as an adoptive parent, THIS could be your lifeline. Remember, you’re not alone! Hi Neighbor, Solomon in Ecclesiastes reminds us: there’s a time for …

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5 Biblical Truths To Speak Over Yourself For Emotional Healing From Estrangement 11:40

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When you’re an estranged mother, the silence can echo louder than even their hurtful words. It’s tempting to harden your heart, to protect yourself by pulling away or adopting the world’s advice—that message that says: Let them go. Move on. Don’t look back. But as a Christian mother, you’re called to handle estrangement from your child differently.…

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#119 Christian Freedom in a Lonely Culture with Nathanael Blake 53:12

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Send us a text What if the promises of freedom our culture keeps offering are actually making us lonelier, more restless, and less fulfilled? In this episode of Persistence in Prayer, we dig into the hidden costs of the sexual revolution and explore what true freedom in Christ really looks like. I’m joined by Nathanael Blake, fellow at the Ethics &…

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4 Estrangement Reconciliation Actions The devil Wants You To Ignore 12:52

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Experiencing estrangement from your child can feel like living in an old movie reel. You replay things repeatedly, searching for the scene that explains why your estranged child turned away. Figuring out why feels like something you should be doing… after all, don’t good mothers try to figure it out and fix it? . In this episode of The Estranged Mo…

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204 – 5 Encouraging Bible Verses to Guide Adoptive Parents Through Life’s Fog 8:45

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How do you navigate through the fog of life? I would like to suggest you consider relying on Someone with a better vantage point ✨. Someone who can shine the light on your path. Hi Neighbor, Adoptive life can feel foggy, uncertain, and overwhelming. Sometimes the best way forward is to slow down, trust a higher perspective 🙏, and let go of needing …

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That Is Not What Happened! False Memories In Family Estrangement 16:18

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As an estranged mother, you may know the heartbreak of hearing your child recount a memory that feels completely foreign to your own experience… sometimes even flat-out untrue. It can feel like they’re rewriting the story, and the sting of being misunderstood cuts deep. In this episode of The Estranged Mom Coach™ podcast, we’re exploring the emotio…

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#118 When Trust Feels Hard: God’s Goodness in the Waiting with Jennifer Collado 1:00:33

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Send us a text When life doesn’t unfold the way we hoped, trusting God can feel almost impossible. We’ve all faced moments like these when our dreams don’t unfold the way we imagined. And you feel caught in the tension between wanting to trust and wondering if God is really that good. And yes, I know that it's hard to admit. If you've ever wrestled…

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Going To Spiritual Battle In Family Estrangement: Declare And Decree 18:14

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Estrangement isn’t just an emotional wound—it’s a spiritual battleground. The silence, the unanswered messages, the distance that keeps growing… it’s easy to feel powerless. The enemy wants you to believe you have no power in this estrangement from your child, but the enemy is a liar. In this episode of The Estranged Mom Coach™, you’ll learn the di…

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203 – Why Do Good People Suffer? 3 Hidden Benefits for Adoptive Parents 29:06

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Why do bad things happen to good people? Sometimes the answer can only be seen through the perspective of time ⏳. Hi Neighbor! In this episode, we’ll dive into the story of Joseph in Genesis 📖 and see how time gave him clarity on why he suffered the things he did. We’ll also explore 1 Corinthians and Romans to discover 3 powerful benefits of why go…

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The Often Misunderstood Family Estrangement Solution 16:25

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Forgiveness and radical love are the medicine that heals estrangement. Most people overlook it because it doesn’t roar. And it requires some stretching on your part. It holds steady when you want to lash out. It softens you when the world tells you to self-protect. And it opens the gates for reconciliation with your estranged child in ways that wor…

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#117 Being Catholic in a Secular Workplace with Benjamin O'Brien 53:57

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Send us a text What does it look like to live your Catholic faith in a workplace that doesn’t always share your values? What happens when the bravest thing you can do isn't rushing into a burning building, but standing firm in your convictions in a culture that demands compromise? In this episode of Persistence in Prayer, Benjamin O'Brien, a career…

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Allowing Reconciliation To Feel Impossibly Slow 14:36

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Within estrangement, there’s a grief that sits with you in the silence… when your phone stays quiet, when holidays pass unacknowledged, when you feel like you’ve been punched in the gut in a deep, deep way. You wrestle with the ache of not knowing when… or if… the reconciliation will come. I know how much you want to fix this. To reach for them. To…

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202 – Struggling with Conflict? Here’s a Simple Tool to Empower Your Adopted Child with Erich Nelson 43:06

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As an adoptive parent, the way you were parented may or may not be the best approach in parenting your adopted child. Hi Neighbor! When what you’re doing as a parent 🚫 isn’t working, how do you flip the script 🔄 and approach parenting differently? 🤔 In this episode, one of the individuals who helped my son Jonny navigate the challenges of residenti…

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Tending To The Heart Of An Estranged Mother: 3 Ways To Heal 13:58

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When your adult child chooses estrangement, it doesn’t just break your heart — it breaks something deep in your sense of identity. It’s a trauma laced with rejection, abandonment and the aching confusion of ambiguous loss. And yet, many mothers push their pain aside and try to hold everything together, focusing only on what their child thinks, feel…

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#116 When Life Feels Unfair: Embracing Your Cross with Monica Herber 52:51

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Send us a text Have you ever felt like your life took a turn you didn't plan, and you're holding tight to what you thought that life would be? You're grieving the gap between the ideal and your reality. Maybe you're wondering, "Can joy really exist in this season of crazy chaos where my circumstances feel so utterly unfair?" If that's you, then I w…

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Estrangement Hurts: Let Me Speak To The Wounded Part Of You 11:34

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When your child went no contact, your first instinct was to fix it. To hold the relationship together, even as it shattered in your hands and ran through your fingers. But all the while, you were getting a message that your pain didn’t matter much. You learned to walk with an emotional limp and get the boxes checked off day to day… even though insi…

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Newly Estranged Mother: What To Focus On First 15:22

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Estranged mother. Your mind is still trying to grasp that this title has become something that describes you. How can that be happening? Maybe you’re only a few days, weeks or months into the estrangement, and everything in you wants to fix it. You want to reach out, to explain, to try and make it right. But if you're honest, your nervous system fe…