How Divorce Increases Estrangement Risk with Michelle Weiner-Davis

In this episode of Family Troubles, I sit down with Michelle Weiner-Davis to unpack something I see far too often, how divorce can quietly evolve into long-term family estrangement. We explore how these fractures don’t just impact couples, but ripple through entire families, sometimes for decades.We also get into the role of therapy, communication, and personal narratives in shaping these outcomes. I share insights from my own work (and life), and we talk about what actually helps families stay connected or find their way back to each other.Listen for more on:How divorce can lead to lasting parent-child estrangementWhy kids taking sides creates long-term family fracturesThe impact of therapy culture on family relationshipsHow communication mistakes can block reconciliationWhy empathy and curiosity matter more than being rightThe simple skills that can rebuild connectionIf this episode gave you a new perspective, share it with someone who needs a more hopeful path forward in their family relationships. Guest Links:Website: https://www.divorcebusting.com/Email: [email protected]. Joshua Coleman’s Links:Website: http://www.drjoshuacoleman.comInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/dr.josh.colemanSubstack: https://substack.com/@joshuacolemanphdFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/DrJoshColeman/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/drjoshuacoleman/?trk=opento_sprofile_topcardTwitter X: https://x.com/drjcolemanYoutube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCc-olRqS_o2xJlkpxWEEErg