In this episode of The Shadow Sessions, Shannon Kroger and Francesca DeCapita dive into a topic that rarely gets talked about: sibling wounding. Growing up in the same household does not mean growing up with the same emotional experience—and this conversation explores why.

From family roles and emotional responsibility to boundaries, guilt, triangulation, and the pressure to “make nice,” Shannon and Fran unpack how sibling dynamics shape who we become as adults. They discuss what it means to love a sibling while not being ready for a relationship, how protection can look like distance, and why healing doesn’t always lead to reconciliation—at least not right away.

This episode is for anyone who has ever felt unseen, misunderstood, or trapped in an old family role. A raw, honest conversation about shadow work, inner safety, and honoring where you truly are in your healing journey.