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Boundaries After Abuse and Family Reunion

A 26-year-old wrestles with deep resentment after their mom reconnects with their abusive father—someone they cut ties with at 12. Torn between loyalty and safety, they tried to talk it out, but the call ended in tears and silence. The advice? You can’t control your mom’s choices, even if they hurt you. While parents once had a duty to protect, adults now must protect themselves. Healing from trauma? It’s messy, painful, and often requires therapy—and sometimes, it means drawing firm boundaries, even if it fractures family ties. Support the show:Get a discount at…

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