In this episode of iWasErased: Reflections, I open up about one of the most difficult experiences of my life — the day my children were kidnapped overseas without warning.

While I normally share Reflections about parental alienation, there is another side to my story that became something far more devastating: parental abduction. I share what happened, the warning signs I missed, and how it reshaped my faith in a system that was supposed to protect families but failed me and my children. You’ll also hear about how abduction and alienation often walk hand-in-hand, and what steps you can take to better protect yourself from suddenly finding yourself in the same nightmare.

Whether you’re a parent, advocate, or a professional working with families, this Reflection is an eye opening look into what happens when love, trust, and betrayal collide — and what survival looks like on the other side of the lens.