Divorce with Sam and Leah

You’re Not Failing, You’re Surviving: Why Missing an Event Doesn’t Make You a Bad Parent


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As a divorced parent — especially in high-conflict situations — it’s easy to spiral into guilt when you can’t attend every game, recital, or school function. But missing a moment doesn’t make you a bad parent. It means you’re human. It means you're surviving.

In this compassionate and empowering episode, we unpack the most common false beliefs divorced parents tell themselves — and reveal the truth that brings peace, clarity, and perspective. From the fear that your child will think you don’t love them, to the pressure of overcompensating for a high-conflict ex, we’re dismantling the guilt and reminding you: your worth is not measured by your presence at every event.

You’ll walk away with:

  • Practical language to use with your child when you can’t attend something

  • Reassurance that your love is built on daily presence, not performance

  • Tools to resist the toxic pressure to prove yourself

  • A reminder that self-care, work, and survival are not failures — they’re part of responsible parenting

If you’ve ever beat yourself up for not doing “enough,” this episode is here to remind you that you already are.


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