What is parental alienation really like — not for the parent, but for the child?

In this video, I speak openly from personal experience. Most discussions around parental alienation focus on the parent who has lost contact. But today, I look at it from a child’s perspective — because children are often the last people anyone truly thinks about during separation and conflict.

Having experienced parental alienation as a child, and later as a parent myself, I share:

• What it feels like growing up without one parent
• The confusion and unanswered questions children carry
• The guilt and self-blame that can last decades
• The long-term emotional and psychological impact
• How it affects identity, confidence and relationships
• Why children often stay silent to avoid upsetting a parent
• The damage that can follow into adulthood

This isn’t about attacking anyone. It’s about honesty. It’s about acknowledging that when parents are in conflict, the child often suffers the deepest and longest-lasting consequences.

If you’re a parent going through separation, please think carefully about the long-term impact your decisions may have.

If you’ve lived through this yourself — as a child or a parent — feel free to share your thoughts in the comments. Let’s keep it respectful.

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