The Truth About Estrangement That Oprah Missed.

Oprah opened the door to a powerful conversation about estrangement — but there’s a whole side of this experience that didn’t get covered. The grief, the guilt, the identity shift… the part where mothers are hurting too.Estrangement isn’t simple. It isn’t black and white. And it isn’t always about blame — sometimes it’s about survival, emotional safety, and the painful work of breaking generational cycles.In this video, I’m sharing the truths Oprah didn’t talk about, the parts we live through in silence, and why mothers need a safe place to heal too.That’s why I created Mothering in the Dark — a support group for mothers navigating the complex, emotional, and often misunderstood journey of estrangement.If this speaks to your spirit, 👇🏽 Go to motheringinthedark.com to get more information and sign up. You don’t have to walk through this alone.#MotheringInTheDark #EstrangedMoms #FamilyEstrangement #HealingMothers #MotherWoundHealing #EmotionalHealingJourney #ShawntiRefuge #ShawntiRefugeJournalsSend us Fan MailSupport the showShawnti Refuge is an Award Winning Master Certified Mental Health Coach, Keynote Speaker, and Author of the best-selling book, “Quiet As Kept”, specializing in guided journaling for mental wellness. After overcoming severe depression and anxiety through journaling, Shawnti developed her own program, empowering individuals to heal and thrive without medication. She is the creator of Shawnti Refuge Journals, which carries a series of guided journals designed to help others release past traumas. With her relatable, no-nonsense approach, Shawnti's mission is to inspire personal growth and self-awareness. She is the founder of Stayin' Stuck Ain't Cute Coaching and a passionate advocate for mental health in both business and community settings. Website:ShawntiRefuge.comSocial media:IG: @shawntirefugejournalsFB: Shawnti Refuge JournalsTikTok: @shawntijournalbaeYouTube:  @shawntirefugejournals