Cutting Ties with Toxic Family: How to Do It, and Why You Might Need To with Dr. Sharon Martin

The Sensitivity Doctor · 2025-05-15

53:08

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 AmazonWebsite: LiveWellWithSharonMartin.com – Free articles, newsletters, and estrangement resourcesSupport Group: Together EstrangedPodcast mentioned: Adult Child Podcast by Andrea Ashley

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