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“Grateful and Grieving”- A panel of alienated parents share their stories Part 2 - Episode 95
Manage episode 484945503 series 3488527
In this episode of the Family Disappeared podcast, a panel of parents discusses their experiences with gratitude amidst the challenges of parental alienation. They explore how gratitude can transform pain into joy, the importance of community, and the role of vulnerability in healing. Through personal stories, they illustrate the journey from anger and resentment to a place of appreciation for life's experiences, emphasizing that gratitude can coexist with difficult emotions.
Key Takeaways
- Gratitude can emerge from unexpected places.
- Finding humor in pain can foster connection.
- Shifting focus from personal suffering to joy in others' lives is transformative.
- Gratitude is a practice that requires cultivation.
- Alienation can lead to personal growth and deeper understanding.
- Being present in life enhances relationships and gratitude.
- Vulnerability is essential for authentic connections.
- Pain and suffering can create capacity for gratitude.
- Gratitude helps in coping with negative emotions.
- Community support is vital in the journey of healing.
Chapters
00:00 - Introduction to Gratitude in Parenting
03:08 - Finding Humor and Connection in Pain
05:47 - Shifting Focus: From Pain to Gratitude
08:52 - The Journey of Gratitude: Personal Stories
12:09 - Transformative Power of Alienation
14:46 - Gratitude for Life's Experiences
18:05 - Navigating Relationships and Gratitude
20:56 - The Role of Vulnerability in Gratitude
23:57 - Coping with Anger and Bitterness through Gratitude
26:49 - Conclusion: Embracing Gratitude in Everyday Life
If you wish to connect with Lawrence Joss or any of the PA-A community members who have appeared as guests on the podcast:
Email- [email protected]
Linktree: https://linktr.ee/lawrencejoss
(All links mentioned in the podcast are available in Linktree)
Please donate to support PAA programs:
https://www.paypal.com/donate?hosted_button_id=SDLTX8TBSZNXS
This podcast is made possible by the Family Disappeared Team:
Anna Johnson- Editor/Contributor/Activist/Co-host
Glaze Gonzales- Podcast Manager
Connect with Lawrence Joss:
Website: https://parentalalienationanonymous.com/
Email- [email protected]
Chapters
1. Podcast Introduction & Host Welcome (00:00:00)
2. Gratitude as a Healing Practice (00:02:26)
3. Finding Unexpected Gratitude in Alienation (00:10:57)
4. Gratitude and Transformed Perspectives (00:16:39)
5. Vulnerability and Community Support (00:22:39)
6. Converting Bitterness into Gratitude (00:28:21)
7. Final Reflections & Closing Thoughts (00:36:12)
99 episodes
Manage episode 484945503 series 3488527
In this episode of the Family Disappeared podcast, a panel of parents discusses their experiences with gratitude amidst the challenges of parental alienation. They explore how gratitude can transform pain into joy, the importance of community, and the role of vulnerability in healing. Through personal stories, they illustrate the journey from anger and resentment to a place of appreciation for life's experiences, emphasizing that gratitude can coexist with difficult emotions.
Key Takeaways
- Gratitude can emerge from unexpected places.
- Finding humor in pain can foster connection.
- Shifting focus from personal suffering to joy in others' lives is transformative.
- Gratitude is a practice that requires cultivation.
- Alienation can lead to personal growth and deeper understanding.
- Being present in life enhances relationships and gratitude.
- Vulnerability is essential for authentic connections.
- Pain and suffering can create capacity for gratitude.
- Gratitude helps in coping with negative emotions.
- Community support is vital in the journey of healing.
Chapters
00:00 - Introduction to Gratitude in Parenting
03:08 - Finding Humor and Connection in Pain
05:47 - Shifting Focus: From Pain to Gratitude
08:52 - The Journey of Gratitude: Personal Stories
12:09 - Transformative Power of Alienation
14:46 - Gratitude for Life's Experiences
18:05 - Navigating Relationships and Gratitude
20:56 - The Role of Vulnerability in Gratitude
23:57 - Coping with Anger and Bitterness through Gratitude
26:49 - Conclusion: Embracing Gratitude in Everyday Life
If you wish to connect with Lawrence Joss or any of the PA-A community members who have appeared as guests on the podcast:
Email- [email protected]
Linktree: https://linktr.ee/lawrencejoss
(All links mentioned in the podcast are available in Linktree)
Please donate to support PAA programs:
https://www.paypal.com/donate?hosted_button_id=SDLTX8TBSZNXS
This podcast is made possible by the Family Disappeared Team:
Anna Johnson- Editor/Contributor/Activist/Co-host
Glaze Gonzales- Podcast Manager
Connect with Lawrence Joss:
Website: https://parentalalienationanonymous.com/
Email- [email protected]
Chapters
1. Podcast Introduction & Host Welcome (00:00:00)
2. Gratitude as a Healing Practice (00:02:26)
3. Finding Unexpected Gratitude in Alienation (00:10:57)
4. Gratitude and Transformed Perspectives (00:16:39)
5. Vulnerability and Community Support (00:22:39)
6. Converting Bitterness into Gratitude (00:28:21)
7. Final Reflections & Closing Thoughts (00:36:12)
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