Jacky Power
Jacky Power
The Therapeutic Poet in conversation with Harriet Brown about estrangement
The Therapeutic Poet in conversation with Harriet Brown about estrangement
The Therapeutic Poet in conversation with Harriet Brown about estrangement
Wednesday 2nd June 2021
Join Jacky Power as she talks with Harriet Brown about her memoir on family estrangement, exploring the emotional complexities and paths to healing.
43 minutes
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Get the buttons here!Estrangement Unveiled: A Candid Chat with Harriet Brown
Divorce, religious, or political differences, racism, homophobia, trauma, abuse and addiction can all be contributory factors to family alienation.
Ever felt the sting of family estrangement? In this episode of 'The Therapeutic Poet', host Jacky Power sits down with Harriet Brown to discuss her book 'Shadow Daughter: a memoir of estrangement'. Harriet opens up about her own painful journey of cutting ties with her mother, shedding light on a topic often cloaked in shame and secrecy. The conversation dives into the various reasons behind family alienation, such as divorce, religious and political differences, racism, homophobia, trauma, abuse, and addiction.
Harriet's story reveals the emotional turmoil and the tough decisions involved in setting boundaries for one's mental well-being. This episode also touches on the impact of microaggressions on relationships and the profound sense of loss that comes with estrangement. Jacky and Harriet highlight the power of storytelling in validating these experiences and explore the role of forgiveness in healing fractured relationships.
With a compassionate and engaging tone, this episode offers a safe space for listeners to reflect on their own experiences and find solace in knowing they are not alone. Tune in for an eye-opening discussion that tackles the complexities of estrangement head-on.