Opening a hurtful message from your adult child can feel like an emotional earthquake. The shock, the pain, the confusion—it’s overwhelming. But before you respond, defend yourself, or spiral into guilt, this video will help you take a breath and ground yourself. In this episode, I’ll walk you through what to do first: how to regulate your emotions, discern whether a response is even needed, and avoid the common mistakes that can make things worse. 💔 If you’re holding onto a letter that broke your heart, you’re not alone—and you don’t have to figure this out by yourself. 🌿 Join us at the RISE Retreat this October 10th and 11th in Florida, where we’ll dive deeper into these painful conversations, learn how to protect our peace, and finally experience the healing support you’ve been craving. 👉  <a href= "https://www.sally-harris.com/rise-2025">https://www.sally-harris.com/rise-2025</a> READY TO TAKE YOUR FIRST STEP? Book a discovery call for a consultation.👇 Discovery call link: <a href= "https://calendly.com/sallyharris-discoverycall/30min">https://calendly.com/sallyharris-discoverycall/30min</a> CONNECT WITH SALLY HARRIS ON SOCIAL MEDIA: INSTAGRAM | <a href= "https://www.instagram.com/sallyharriscoach/">https://www.instagram.com/sallyharriscoach/</a> FACEBOOK | <a href= "https://www.facebook.com/coachsallyharris">https://www.facebook.com/coachsallyharris</a> WEBSITE | <a href= "https://www.sally-harris.com/">https://www.sally-harris.com</a>

Opening a hurtful message from your adult child can feel like an emotional earthquake. The shock, the pain, the confusion—it’s overwhelming. But before you respond, defend yourself, or spiral into guilt, this video will help you take a breath and ground yourself. In this episode, I’ll walk you through what to do first: how to regulate your emotions, discern whether a response is even needed, and avoid the common mistakes that can make things worse. 💔 If you’re holding onto a letter that broke your heart, you’re not alone—and you don’t have to figure this out by yourself. 🌿 Join us at the RISE Retreat this October 10th and 11th in Florida, where we’ll dive deeper into these painful conversations, learn how to protect our peace, and finally experience the healing support you’ve been craving. 👉 https://www.sally-harris.com/rise-2025 READY TO TAKE YOUR FIRST STEP? Book a discovery call for a consultation.👇 Discovery call link: https://calendly.com/sallyharris-discoverycall/30min CONNECT WITH SALLY HARRIS ON SOCIAL MEDIA: INSTAGRAM | https://www.instagram.com/sallyharriscoach/ FACEBOOK | https://www.facebook.com/coachsallyharris WEBSITE | https://www.sally-harris.com

Opening a hurtful message from your adult child can feel like an emotional earthquake. The shock, the pain, the confusion—it’s overwhelming. But before you respond, defend yourself, or spiral into guilt, this video will help you take a breath and ground yourself. In this episode, I’ll walk you through what to do first: how to regulate your emotions, discern whether a response is even needed, and avoid the common mistakes that can make things worse. 💔 If you’re holding onto a letter that broke your heart, you’re not alone—and you don’t have to figure this out by yourself. 🌿 Join us at the RISE Retreat this October 10th and 11th in Florida, where we’ll dive deeper into these painful conversations, learn how to protect our peace, and finally experience the healing support you’ve been craving. 👉&nbsp; <a href="https://www.sally-harris.com/rise-2025" rel="noopener noreferrer">https://www.sally-harris.com/rise-2025</a> READY TO TAKE YOUR FIRST STEP? Book a discovery call for a consultation.👇 Discovery call link: <a href="https://calendly.com/sallyharris-discoverycall/30min" rel="noopener noreferrer">https://calendly.com/sallyharris-discoverycall/30min</a> CONNECT WITH SALLY HARRIS ON SOCIAL MEDIA: INSTAGRAM | <a href="https://www.instagram.com/sallyharriscoach/" rel="noopener noreferrer">https://www.instagram.com/sallyharriscoach/</a> FACEBOOK | <a href="https://www.facebook.com/coachsallyharris" rel="noopener noreferrer">https://www.facebook.com/coachsallyharris</a> WEBSITE | <a href="https://www.sally-harris.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer">https://www.sally-harris.com</a>&nbsp; &nbsp;

4 Ways to Handle Hurtful Letters from Your Adult Child

Welcome to the Reconciled Relationships Podcast, your safe space for navigating the complexities of adult-child estrangement. Whether you're facing complete estrangement or enduring a challenging relationship with your adult child, this podcast offers hope, encouragement, and actionable steps to help you move forward.
I'm your host, Sally Harris, a coach dedicated to empowering mothers to reclaim their lives amidst familial turmoil. While I’m not a therapist, I bring over 10 years of personal experience navigating estrangement with my own daughter, offering insights and strategies grounded in real-life challenges. My Christian faith is a cornerstone of my approach, emphasizing forgiveness, self-responsibility, and the strength to rebuild a fulfilling life. As the creator of a YouTube channel boasting over 1.7 million views, I've shared insights on family dynamics, self-care, and personal responsibility. My work has been recognized by the likes of Families Divided TV, The Justin American Radio Show, Watching America, Tamron Hall and Dr. Phil.
Through this podcast, you’ll connect with a community of mothers who understand your journey and realize that you are not alone. Each episode is designed to help you cultivate inner peace, develop self-awareness, and gain insights into your thoughts, emotions, and behaviors. You’ll learn the importance of putting yourself first, discovering how prioritizing self-care not only benefits you but also your relationships. Together, we’ll explore ways to identify and improve patterns, such as enabling behaviors, while establishing healthy boundaries that promote mutual respect.
The podcast features powerful expert interviews with specialists in psychology, family therapy, and personal development, offering diverse perspectives and practical advice. Additionally, solo episodes provide personal reflections and guidance from my own experiences and expertise, equipping you with tools to navigate your unique situation.
Join us on this transformative journey toward healing and empowerment. Together, we’ll work toward building stronger, healthier relationships and a more fulfilling life. Subscribe to the Reconciled Relationships Podcast today, and take the first step toward reclaiming your peace and purpose.

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Welcome to the Reconciled Relationships Podcast, your safe space for navigating the complexities of adult-child estrangement. Whether you're facing complete estrangement or enduring a challenging relationship with your adult child, this podcast offers hope, encouragement, and actionable steps to help you move forward. I'm your host, Sally Harris, a coach dedicated to empowering mothers to reclaim their lives amidst familial turmoil. While I’m not a therapist, I bring over 10 years of personal experience navigating estrangement with my own daughter, offering insights and strategies grounded in real-life challenges. My Christian faith is a cornerstone of my approach, emphasizing forgiveness, self-responsibility, and the strength to rebuild a fulfilling life. As the creator of a YouTube channel boasting over 1.7 million views, I've shared insights on family dynamics, self-care, and personal responsibility. My work has been recognized by the likes of Families Divided TV, The Justin American Radio Show, Watching America, Tamron Hall and Dr. Phil. Through this podcast, you’ll connect with a community of mothers who understand your journey and realize that you are not alone. Each episode is designed to help you cultivate inner peace, develop self-awareness, and gain insights into your thoughts, emotions, and behaviors. You’ll learn the importance of putting yourself first, discovering how prioritizing self-care not only benefits you but also your relationships. Together, we’ll explore ways to identify and improve patterns, such as enabling behaviors, while establishing healthy boundaries that promote mutual respect. The podcast features powerful expert interviews with specialists in psychology, family therapy, and personal development, offering diverse perspectives and practical advice. Additionally, solo episodes provide personal reflections and guidance from my own experiences and expertise, equipping you with tools to navigate your unique situation. Join us on this transformative journey toward healing and empowerment. Together, we’ll work toward building stronger, healthier relationships and a more fulfilling life. Subscribe to the Reconciled Relationships Podcast today, and take the first step toward reclaiming your peace and purpose.

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