Brothers, Sisters, Strangers: A Podcast on Sibling Estrangement
Ali-John Chaudhary, Psychotherapist and Fern Schumer Chapman, AuthorThis podcast is all about understanding and navigating through the harsh reality of sibling estrangement. Grieving a living person can be difficult. It can force us to reshape how we think of family, and what can be done to make our lives easier after a series of disappointments that led to disillusionment. Whether your sibling has strong ego defense mechanisms, or exhibits narcissistic traits, we... more
| Publishes | Daily | Episodes | 50 | Founded | 19 days ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | Self-ImprovementSociety & CultureRelationshipsEducation | |||
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50 episodes! Fern and Ali-John have reached a significant milestone, and here we reflect on our initial meeting, our video podcast, and our joint commitment to the sibling estrangement community. We marvel at the synergy between us, take stock of wha... more
Harry’s tell-all memoir, Spare, is not only breaking sales records; it’s also blowing the lid off of the stigma of sibling estrangement. In his book, Harry reveals the difficulties he has had with his brother, William, and how the relationship eventu... more
Many people aren’t aware of the concept of toxic positivity, which is a subtle form of gaslighting and manipulation. This pattern of behavior rejects or glosses over negative emotions to project an upbeat, positive image. Especially evident at this t... more
How do we respond when a narcissistic sibling erupts in anger? The impulse is to erupt in anger, however, that’s not the best strategy to deescalate the situation. It’s almost impossible to win with a narcissist, so it’s best to avoid a power struggl... more
This episode explores the new writing workbook -- The Sibling Estrangement Journal: A Guided Exploration of Your Experience through Writing -- that provides an opportunity to reach powerful realizations, gain insight, and discover resilience and trut... more
Coping with sibling estrangement takes courage…lots of different types of courage. This episode explores the various forms of courage – physical, social, moral, emotional, intellectual, spiritual -- that help you balance yourself when you are battere... more
What is a flying monkey? In narcissistic families, flying monkeys serve as proxies or pawns for the narcissist by guilt-tripping, shaming, and gaslighting an unsuspecting sibling or victim. This dynamic often occurs in large families where one siblin... more
What are our emotional responsibilities in a family? In other words, what is my issue and what is my sibling's issue? Patterns of personalization -- where someone takes on something that isn’t theirs -- are set in childhood. It’s a type of over respo... more
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The content offers a nuanced examination of the often overlooked experience of sibling estrangement, addressing the complex emotional landscape and societal expectations that contribute to it. Key topics include the impact of narcissistic traits on familial relationships, the significance of self-esteem and personal empowerment for individuals experiencing estrangement, and practical strategies for navigating the challenges that arise from these dynamics. Each episode tends to include personal anecdotes and professional insights, providing listeners not only with understanding but also actionable advice to improve their situations. The goal is not just to discuss the pain associated with estrangement, but to foster healing and resilience th... more
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