Ever feel trapped in a toxic cycle with a parent where you lose yourself completely? After years of arguments and emotional exhaustion, I made the hardest decision of my life—going no contact with my dad.

This isn’t about not loving them or refusing to forgive. It’s about creating space to discover who you are when you’re not constantly adjusting to someone else’s needs and emotions.

In this vulnerable episode, I share the guilt, family pressure, and the one thing that completely surprised me after 6 years of no contact.

If you’re considering family estrangement or struggling with toxic family dynamics, this is for you.

What you’ll discover:

- Why guilt is actually a protective function

- How to handle family reactions while maintaining boundaries (including what we can say)

- The relationship metaphor that changed everything

- Signs you’ve lost yourself in a toxic family dynamic

Your mental health matters. Sometimes choosing yourself over toxic patterns is the most loving thing you can do.

👇 Share your experience with difficult family relationships below—you’re not alone in this journey.

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