EP234: Part II - Estrangement Is Trauma for Parents
Wed Feb 04 2026
In this episode of the Estranged Heart podcast, Kreed delves into the complex emotional landscape of estrangement, particularly focusing on the trauma experienced by parents, especially mothers. The conversation explores how estrangement can trigger old wounds and feelings of confusion, panic, and helplessness. Kreed emphasizes the importance of understanding these feelings without assigning blame, and the need for support and permission to process these emotions. The episode also addresses the perspective of adult children and the challenges of reconciliation, highlighting that healing is not always linear and may require different approaches at different times.
Takeaways
- Mothers with significant trauma histories can experience an unraveling due to estrangement.
- Healing is not always a linear process.
- Estrangement can activate old survival (ie: protective) systems in the body.
- Reconciliation can sometimes exacerbate feelings of distress.
- Permission to pause and seek support is crucial.
Resources & Support
Facebook Support Group (facilitated by Kreed) - https://www.facebook.com/groups/estrangedmotherssupportgroup
One-on-One Services
Private coaching
Consulting
Mediation services
Connect with Kreed:
Website: theestrangedheart.com
Email: hello@theestrangedheart.com
Support the work: Buy Me a Coffee (donation platform)
Disclaimer: Kreed Revere is not a licensed therapist. Nothing in this podcast should be considered or taken as therapy. If you need therapeutic support, please seek out a therapist near you.
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In this episode of the Estranged Heart podcast, Kreed delves into the complex emotional landscape of estrangement, particularly focusing on the trauma experienced by parents, especially mothers. The conversation explores how estrangement can trigger old wounds and feelings of confusion, panic, and helplessness. Kreed emphasizes the importance of understanding these feelings without assigning blame, and the need for support and permission to process these emotions. The episode also addresses the perspective of adult children and the challenges of reconciliation, highlighting that healing is not always linear and may require different approaches at different times. Takeaways - Mothers with significant trauma histories can experience an unraveling due to estrangement. - Healing is not always a linear process. - Estrangement can activate old survival (ie: protective) systems in the body. - Reconciliation can sometimes exacerbate feelings of distress. - Permission to pause and seek support is crucial. Resources & Support Facebook Support Group (facilitated by Kreed) - https://www.facebook.com/groups/estrangedmotherssupportgroup One-on-One Services Private coaching Consulting Mediation services Connect with Kreed: Website: theestrangedheart.com Email: hello@theestrangedheart.com Support the work: Buy Me a Coffee (donation platform) Disclaimer: Kreed Revere is not a licensed therapist. Nothing in this podcast should be considered or taken as therapy. If you need therapeutic support, please seek out a therapist near you.