Mothering in the Dark-The Lived Experiences Podcast

In this deeply moving episode, I sit down with ShawntiRefuge, founder of Mothering in the Dark, a support group that addresses one of the most painful and often silenced experiences in family life - estrangement from our children. Shawnti courageously shares her unique perspective, havingexperienced estrangement from both sides of the relationship.🔍 In our conversation,we explore:What makes Shawnti's work so vital is her understanding that healing doesn't always mean reconciliation, and that mothers experiencing estrangement deserve support, community, and freedom from shame. Her approachthrough Mothering in the Dark creates space for the conversations most people are afraid to have.This episode is for anyone who has experienced familyestrangement, knows someone going through this journey, or wants to better understand this often misunderstood form of grief.#TheLivedExperiencesPodcast #ShawntiRefuge#MotheringInTheDark #FamilyEstrangement #Grief #Healing #CommunitySupport#PodcastInterview #NewEpisode Chapters:00:00 Understanding Estrangement: A Personal Journey08:03 The Unique Grief of Living Estrangement09:42 Breaking Generational Patterns of Disconnection10:39 Creating Safe Spaces: Mothering in the Dark14:40 The Importance of Accountability and Healing15:07 The Journey of Reconciliation and Healing17:12 The Power of Journaling in Healing19:09 Facing Old Wounds and Seeking Support21:25 Navigating the Honeymoon Phase in Relationships24:48 Finding Purpose and Community SupportStay Connected: Dr. Tamea Ryan🌐 Website:www.thelivedexp.com 📱 Instagram: thelivedexp 👥 Facebook: The LivedExperiences ________________________________Stay Connected: Shawnti Refuge🌐 Website: www.shawntirefuge.com📱 Instagram: @shawntirefugejournals👥 Facebook: ShawntiRefuge Journals Music from #Uppbeat:https://uppbeat.io/t/prigida/side-steppingLicense code: V4XK4HBF8USZVOVH