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EPISODE · Jul 29, 2025 · 1H 8M

Unraveling the Impact of Your Parents Divorce on Your Relationships

from Driven 2 Thrive: Purpose, Growth, and Lasting Impact For Men · host Brent Dowlen, Kent Darcie

Send us Fan MailAre you carrying invisible scars from your parents' divorce? Even if it happened when you were an adult, the impact could be undermining every relationship in your life without you realizing it. In this eye-opening episode, I sit down with Kent Darcy, an expert who's spent 20 years working with adults affected by parental divorce.We uncover:Why you might be struggling with trust, anger, or fear of abandonmentThe surprising ways divorce affects adult children differently than young onesHow to recognize if you're in denial about the impact of your parents' splitThe Hidden Toll of Parental DivorceKent reveals why:Even "amicable" divorces can leave lasting scarsYour parents' breakup may be sabotaging your own relationshipsTraditional advice often falls short for adult children of divorceBreaking the Cycle: Practical Steps ForwardDiscover how to:Acknowledge the impact and find supportSet healthy boundaries with divorced parentsProtect your own children from the falloutBut what truly sets this episode apart is Kent's raw honesty about his own 30-year journey of denial and healing. His story offers hope that change is possible, no matter how long you've been affected.Whether you're navigating your parents' recent split or still grappling with childhood wounds, this discussion will equip you with the tools to build healthier relationships and break free from the invisible chains of divorce.Are you ready to confront the hidden impact of your parents' divorce and create a new legacy for yourself and your family?Tune in and discover how to heal the wounds you didn't even know you had – starting right now.Guest Bio: Kent Darcie has spent over 20 years working with adult children of divorce. As a licensed counselor and author, he brings both professional expertise and personal experience to this sensitive topic.Guest Links:https://hope4adp.comhttps://www.facebook.com/Hope4ADPhttps://www.youtube.com/channel/UCEQLVRLdLSOAwhb4WtHiBRg?view_as=subscriber Books Referenced in the ShowFor Men Only, Revised and Updated Edition: A Straightforward Guide to the Inner Lives of WomenFor Women Only, Revised and Updated Edition: What You Need to Know About the Inner Lives of MenHome will never be the same again S06E26 of the Driven 2 Thrive BroadcastSupport the show

Send us Fan Mail Are you carrying invisible scars from your parents' divorce? Even if it happened when you were an adult, the impact could be undermining every relationship in your life without you realizing it. In this eye-opening episode, I sit down with Kent Darcy, an expert who's spent 20 years working with adults affected by parental divorce. We uncover: Why you might be struggling with trust, anger, or fear of abandonmentThe surprising ways divorce affects adult children differently tha...

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