What is abandonment, really? At its core, it’s this: “I needed you, and you weren’t there for me.” Whether it’s parents, friends, coaches, or even people who were in the room but emotionally absent, abandonment leaves a mark on all of us.

You’ll hear:

• The simplest and most powerful definition of abandonment
• Why the brain registers abandonment the same way it registers physical pain
• Stories of how abandonment shows up in everyday life
• The difference between naming what happened and blaming the people involved
• How even Jesus’ disciples panicked at the thought of being abandoned

Abandonment is part of the human story—but so is healing. By learning to name our stories without blame, we can begin to move from hurt toward hope.