Cutting Ties with Toxic Family: How to Do It, and Why You Might Need To with Dr. Sharon Martin
- Author
- Dr. Amelia Kelley
- Published
- Thu 15 May 2025
- Episode Link
- https://thesensitivitydoctor.simplecast.com/episodes/cutting-ties-with-toxic-family-how-to-do-it-and-why-you-might-need-to-with-dr-sharon-martin-x6UQKlTM
Key Takeaways:
- Cutting ties isn’t impulsive—it’s often the result of long-term patterns of abuse or dysfunction.
- “No contact” can take many forms and doesn’t look the same for everyone.
- Guilt, shame, and societal pressure often accompany estrangement and must be consciously unpacked.
- Grieving the idealized version of a parent is a necessary step toward healing.
- Creating a chosen family and redefining support through intentional relationships can offer a path forward.
Resources Mentioned
- Cutting Ties With Your Parents by Dr. Sharon Martin – Available on Amazon
- Website: LiveWellWithSharonMartin.com – Free articles, newsletters, and estrangement resources
- Support Group: Together Estranged
- Podcast mentioned: Adult Child Podcast by Andrea Ashley
EPISODE LINKS
Dr. Amelia Kelley: About | Dr. Kelley's Books | Instagram
