228: No Contact? Blame Frequency!
Tue Feb 03 2026
In this episode, I'm talking about something a lot of families are quietly living through right now: going no contact. I'm diving into why it happens, why it hurts, and why it's often less about one big moment and more about frequency, the way we grow, change, and emotionally outpace the patterns we were raised in.
This isn't about blaming parents. It isn't about blaming kids. It's about understanding what happens when judgment replaces listening, when boundaries aren't respected, and when healing gets postponed for years. If you've ever felt exhausted around your family, or confused about why connection suddenly feels heavy, this conversation is for you.
In this episode, I walk through:
- Why going no contact with parents or adult children is often emotional survival, not cruelty
- How parental judgment, even when it's "loving", erodes trust over time
- The difference between venting and asking for advice (and the question that can save your relationship)
- Why letting your kids fail is a powerful teacher, not bad parenting
- How unhealed childhood triggers follow you into adulthood, marriage, and work
- What I mean by frequency and how it explains parent-child disconnect
- How emotional healing is the only real bridge back to connection
- Why no contact without inner work doesn't actually free you
I'm speaking directly to anyone navigating family estrangement, parent-child conflict, adult children setting boundaries, or the emotional weight of unresolved childhood patterns. Whether you're the parent, the adult child, or both, this episode is about clarity, compassion, and personal responsibility.
If you've ever thought:
Why does being around my family feel so draining?
Why don't they understand who I am now?
How do I love them without losing myself?
This episode for you.
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00:00 Introduction to Frequency and Relationships
05:53 Navigating Parenting Challenges
10:10 Respecting Boundaries and Avoiding Judgment
23:31 The Importance of Natural Consequences
25:55 Embracing Your Child's Individuality
27:19 Navigating Parental Triggers
33:56 Finding Your Own Voice
40:57 Bridging the Parent-Child Gap
44:26 Final Thoughts and Recommendations
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In this episode, I'm talking about something a lot of families are quietly living through right now: going no contact. I'm diving into why it happens, why it hurts, and why it's often less about one big moment and more about frequency, the way we grow, change, and emotionally outpace the patterns we were raised in. This isn't about blaming parents. It isn't about blaming kids. It's about understanding what happens when judgment replaces listening, when boundaries aren't respected, and when healing gets postponed for years. If you've ever felt exhausted around your family, or confused about why connection suddenly feels heavy, this conversation is for you. In this episode, I walk through: - Why going no contact with parents or adult children is often emotional survival, not cruelty - How parental judgment, even when it's "loving", erodes trust over time - The difference between venting and asking for advice (and the question that can save your relationship) - Why letting your kids fail is a powerful teacher, not bad parenting - How unhealed childhood triggers follow you into adulthood, marriage, and work - What I mean by frequency and how it explains parent-child disconnect - How emotional healing is the only real bridge back to connection - Why no contact without inner work doesn't actually free you I'm speaking directly to anyone navigating family estrangement, parent-child conflict, adult children setting boundaries, or the emotional weight of unresolved childhood patterns. Whether you're the parent, the adult child, or both, this episode is about clarity, compassion, and personal responsibility. If you've ever thought: Why does being around my family feel so draining? Why don't they understand who I am now? How do I love them without losing myself? This episode for you. — 00:00 Introduction to Frequency and Relationships 05:53 Navigating Parenting Challenges 10:10 Respecting Boundaries and Avoiding Judgment 23:31 The Importance of Natural Consequences 25:55 Embracing Your Child's Individuality 27:19 Navigating Parental Triggers 33:56 Finding Your Own Voice 40:57 Bridging the Parent-Child Gap 44:26 Final Thoughts and Recommendations — Get full show notes, resources, and links on my website! Ready to dive even deeper? I'm handing you the keys to the castle! If you loved this episode and want more, don't forget to hit subscribe so you never miss out! Let's stay connected. Find me on Facebook, Instagram, TikTok, and YouTube. Facebook: www.facebook.com/MeredythWillits34/ Instagram: www.instagram.com/meredyth_willits/# TikTok: www.tiktok.com/@meredyth_with_a_why YouTube: www.youtube.com/channel/UC9SmYieWxoJHlDNI0jN_Gsw