Ronni Tichenor and Jennie Weaver
Ronni Tichenor and Jennie Weaver
The Roller Coaster Ride of Long-Term Estrangement from Parents and Family
The Roller Coaster Ride of Long-Term Estrangement from Parents and Family
The Roller Coaster Ride of Long-Term Estrangement from Parents and Family
Saturday 1st March 2025
Ronni and Jennie discuss their 30-year journey of estrangement from their parents, exploring the emotional challenges and healing process.
39 minutes
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Ronni Tichenor and Jennie Weaver
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Healing Relationships
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Healing from Sexual Trauma
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Episode Overview
- Estrangement can be necessary for mental health.
- Setting boundaries is crucial in toxic relationships.
- Family backlash can be manipulative and hurtful.
- Healing involves therapy and support.
- Finding peace may require difficult decisions.
You deserve to live a life as a whole and healthy human. You deserve to live a life of joy.
Ronni and Jennie, two sisters who grew up in a household marred by addiction, abuse, and mental illness, share their emotional journey of long-term estrangement from their parents in this episode. Their story is a powerful testament to the resilience required to break free from toxic family dynamics. For nearly 30 years, Ronni and Jennie have navigated the complex emotions and challenges that come with distancing themselves from their parents to protect their mental health and well-being.
The recent death of their father brings a form of closure to their painful journey, but also stirs up old wounds and unresolved feelings. They discuss the stages of their estrangement, the backlash from their family, and the impact on their own children. Through raw and honest conversations, they highlight the importance of setting boundaries, seeking therapy, and prioritising one's own peace. This episode is a heartfelt exploration of the struggles and triumphs of healing from family trauma.
If you've ever had to make the tough decision to distance yourself from family for your own well-being, Ronni and Jennie's story will resonate deeply with you. It's a reminder that it's okay to prioritise your own happiness and mental health, even if it means making difficult choices.