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In this thought-provoking third episode of a 4-part series on validation, Tina Gilbertson takes listeners deeper into the heart of the topic. She makes a compelling case for why self-validation isn't just helpful, it's essential. Without it, our attempts to validate others, especially estranged adult children, can fall flat or even backfire. Tina shares a powerful (and somewhat unsettling) example that highlights just how tricky it can be to validate someone's emotions when you're the one they're upset with. What do you do when you don't agree with their version of you? How do you stay grounded in your own truth while still offering genuine empathy? You'll come away from this episode with a clearer, more nuanced understanding of validation, and why it often starts with giving yourself what you may never have received from others. For much more on relationships between parents and adult children, including what goes wrong and how parents can respond effectively, read Tina's book, Reconnecting With Your Estranged Adult Child. Reconnection Club members can discuss this and every episode in the General Discussion forum inside the Reconnection Club. Not a member yet? Learn more and join. EPISODE LINKS: Part 1. Validation (Or Lack Thereof) (Ep 198) Part 2. Validation: What, Why, How and When (Ep 199)

This episode we talk about the short cinematic "A Dark Gambit" from the next League of Legend's Netflix Series. | All CoR Links | www.podcastcor.com | Music By Slayur | www.linktr.ee/slayur 00:00 Intro 03:00 Cinematic Reaction 09:00 General Discussion

John and James discuss the original Warlord series from DC Comics. Time Codes: 0:00:00 Intro 0:00:36 Opening Comments 0:00:58 Warlord #74 0:12:29 Warlord #74: Barren Earth 0:15:22 Warlord #75 0:27:16 Warlord #76 0:35:05 Warlord #76: Barren Earth 0:36:35 Warlord #77 0:44:29 Warlord #77: Barren Earth 0:47:19 General Discussion 0:57:01 Previews Spotlight reminder 0:57:29 Wrap up […]

In this invaluable second episode of a 4-part series, host Tina Gilbertson wades into the nuts and bolts of validation -- a concept that can shift the dynamics of strained or distant relationships in positive directions. With her usual warmth and clarity, Tina walks you through how to acknowledge someone's feelings without judgment or correction. ... And without losing yourself in the process. If you've ever wondered how to respond when your adult child expresses anger, pulls away, or shares something you deeply disagree with, this episode offers a fresh and practical perspective. Tina boils down validation to the basics: What it is, why it matters more than most people realize, how you can start practicing today, and when to apply this skill in your life and relationships. You'll learn a simple, two-step technique anyone can use to validate authentically. You'll hear specific language to help you navigate emotional conversations with more confidence and calm. This is an episode that may leave you thinking differently about the next conversation you have, and how you want to show up for it. For much more on relationships between parents and adult children, including what goes wrong and how parents can respond effectively, read Tina's book, Reconnecting With Your Estranged Adult Child. Reconnection Club members can discuss this and every episode in the General Discussion forum inside the Reconnection Club. Not a member yet? Learn more and join. EPISODE LINKS: Constructive Wallowing: How to Beat Bad Feelings By Letting Yourself Have Them Reconnection Club Podcast Ep. 163: Personal Growth vs. Parenting?

John and James discuss Astro City (2013) #5-8. Time Codes: 0:00:00 Intro 0:00:36 Opening Comments 0:01:28 Astro City (2013) #5 0:07:08 Astro City (2013) #6 0:16:20 Astro City (2013) #7 0:26:07 Astro City (2013) #8 0:32:05 General Discussion 0:43:06 Previews Spotlight reminder 0:43:34 Wrap up 0:44:10 End of episode. Email us at TheGuys@ComicBookPage.com Join the […]

This episode we become a tool of war in the Piltover & Zaun region with Singed related lore. | All CoR Links | www.podcastcor.com | Music By Slayur | www.linktr.ee/slayur | Story By | Ian St. Martin 00:00 Intro 06:00 Part 1 10:00 Part 2 19:00 Part 3 22:00 General Discussion

Reconnection Club Members can use the player on our Podcast Player page to play episodes continuously. Follow us on Instagram.    *   *   * Many estranged adult children report feeling invalidated in their interactions with their parents. These feelings -- of being dismissed, misunderstood, or emotionally unseen -- often contribute to ongoing disconnection. But what exactly does invalidation sound like in everyday conversation? And how can parents begin to recognize these pitfalls, to make sure they're being as supportive as they want to be? In this compassionate and informative episode, host Tina Gilbertson begins a vital exploration of validation -- what it means, why it matters, and how it often plays a pivotal role in the dynamics between parents and adult children. The first of a four-part series, this episode focuses on three common types of invalidating responses. Tina breaks down each type with clarity and care, offering real-life examples to help listeners recognize them in context. Future episodes in this series will explore validation in greater depth, offering tools and insights to support parents on their journey through estrangement with empathy and clarity. For much more on relationships between parents and adult children, including what goes wrong and how parents can respond effectively, read Tina's book, Reconnecting With Your Estranged Adult Child. Reconnection Club members can discuss this and every episode in the General Discussion forum inside the Reconnection Club. Not a member yet? Learn more and join. EPISODE LINKS: How to Validate Someone Validation and Estrangement Words of Validation for Parents of No-Contact Adult Children Validation Workshop (Reconnection Club member login required)

This episode we talk about the short cinematic "The Root of Empire" from the next League of Legend's Netflix Series. | All CoR Links | www.podcastcor.com | Music By Slayur | www.linktr.ee/slayur 00:00 Intro 05:00 Cinematic Reaction 12:00 General Discussion

John and James discuss Astro City (2013) #1-4. Time Codes: 0:00:00 Intro 0:00:36 Opening Comments 0:05:19 Astro City (2013) #1 0:09:54 Astro City (2013) #2 0:16:45 Astro City (2013) #3 0:22:47 Astro City (2013) #4 0:34:58 General Discussion 0:39:20 Previews Spotlight reminder 0:39:48 Wrap up 0:40:24 End of episode. Email us at TheGuys@ComicBookPage.com Join the […]

Listen as Tim and Stephen discuss all things Body Horror! On this week's episode we cover some of our favorite lesser known films in the subgenre, the King of Body Horror himself David Cronenberg, how important the subgenre is in general, The Substance, and much more!The Spook house Podcast "Sinners Episode" : https://youtu.be/6xTlSuWrGg8?si=THRijN9Sr_E4nhh8To Support the Podcast : https://www.patreon.com/HorrorflicksguitarpicksToxic Coffin Website : https://www.toxiccoffin.com

This important episode features excerpts from a previously recorded conversation between host Tina Gilbertson and trauma expert Harold “Pat” Patrick, regarding trauma from adverse childhood experiences (ACEs). Their discussion uncovers how unresolved trauma from even the distant past can subtly shape the emotional lives of parents today -- especially those facing rejection from their adult children. Even after years of therapy, deep-seated emotional wounds can persist, influencing parents' reactions. In two separate excerpts, Pat offers valuable insights on how to recognize the hidden remnants of trauma, and explores the powerful idea that it's never too late to begin healing, and to find happiness within. Whether you're a parent struggling with wrenching emotional pain from estrangement, or simply seeking to understand the current situation better, this episode provides hope and practical advice for moving forward and reclaiming your emotional well-being. For more on how to repair your relationship with your estranged adult child(ren), read Tina's book, Reconnecting With Your Estranged Adult Child. Club members can discuss this and every episode in the General Discussion forum inside the Reconnection Club. Not a member yet? Learn more and join. EPISODE RESOURCES: Reconnection Club Podcast Ep. 194: Room for Improvement The Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs) Questionnaire The full interview with Pat Patrick (RC members must be logged in to access)

John and James discuss some of the comics they got in March 2025. Time Codes: 0:00:00 Intro 0:00:36 Opening Comments 0:07:51 DC 0:26:29 Marvel 0:44:13 Other 1:00:24 General Discussion 1:00:46 Previews Spotlight reminder 1:01:43 Wrap up 1:02:19 End of episode. Email us at TheGuys@ComicBookPage.com Join the discussion on our forum at: http://forum.comicbookpage.com Join the Comic […]

This episode we go through the stages of grief in the Noxus region with Mel related lore. | All CoR Links | www.podcastcor.com | Music By Slayur | www.linktr.ee/slayur | Story By | Taylor Din-widdie 00:00 Intro 04:30 Part 1 07:00 Part 2 14:00 Part 3 22:30 General Discussion

When adult children become estranged from their parents, the ripple effects can often spread to other family members—siblings, grandparents, and even close friends. These "innocent bystanders" can become collateral damage in the fallout of a family rift. In this clarifying episode, host Tina Gilbertson explores four common reasons why estranged adult children might distance themselves from others in the family, and even beyond. Understanding these motivations can offer a clearer picture of the situation and may help ease parents' fears about the extent of the rift. You'll learn that collateral damage doesn't always mean your adult child's estrangement is extreme or escalating; it may simply be a reflection of complex dynamics at play. If you're a parent struggling to understand why your child's estrangement from you is affecting their other relationships, this episode offers insight into the reasons behind it. You'll gain a clearer understanding of the emotional complexities underlying estrangement, and why “innocent bystanders” sometimes become part of the (hopefully temporary) fallout. For information and tips on how to make repairs and begin to heal from parent-adult child estrangement, read Tina Gilbertson's book, Reconnecting With Your Estranged Adult Child. Reconnection Club members can discuss this and every episode in the General Discussion forum inside the Reconnection Club. Not a member yet? Learn more and join. Or get on the Reconnection Club mailing list. EPISODE RESOURCES: Reconnection Club Podcast Ep. 31: Why Don't Other Relatives Help?

This episode we grow our family influence in the Noxus region with Ambessa related lore. | All CoR Links | www.podcastcor.com | Music By Slayur | www.linktr.ee/slayur | Story By | Laurie Goulding 00:00 Intro 08:00 Part 1 13:30 Part 2 19:00 Part 3 28:00 General Discussion

Parents have various ways to cope with the pain of prolonged estrangement from their adult children. One of them is to find a way to let their children go, with love, in their hearts. Letting an adult child go can bring a measure of relief to those who are able to do it. They may feel more peaceful and less sad. It's relatively easy to let go of someone in silence. But what happens if they suddenly contact you? Reconnection Club Podcast host Tina Gilbertson speaks to parents having just that experience. They're caught in a dilemma between silence and peace on the one hand, and undependable contact on the other. In this illuminating episode, Tina suggests leaning in to this dilemma as a first step to finding your way past it. For more on relationships between parents and adult children, including what goes wrong and how parents can respond effectively, read Tina's book, Reconnecting With Your Estranged Adult Child. Reconnection Club members can discuss this and every episode in the General Discussion forum inside the Reconnection Club. Not a member yet? Learn more and join. EPISODE LINKS: RC Podcast Episode 144: What's Your Strategy? “If Your Child Contacts You After Asking for No Contact” (log in for access)

John and James discuss Astro City: Astra #1-2 and Astro City: Silver Agent #1-2. Time Codes: 0:00:00 Intro 0:00:36 Opening Comments 0:01:40 Astro City: Astra #1-2 0:19:30 Astro City: Silver Agent #1-2 0:30:45 General Discussion 0:37:29 Previews Spotlight reminder 0:37:57 Wrap up 0:38:33 End of episode. Email us at TheGuys@ComicBookPage.com Join the discussion on our […]

This week is a typical phone call Neil and Myself have every week. We cuss and discuss our recent shooting and what where we want to go with it. Neil learned a lot with his set in the wind and goes his changes he is doing. I am still trying out different combinations on the new Title platform. Its an easy deep dive into what we have going.

This episode we explode with malice in the Freljord region with Brand related lore. | All CoR Links | www.podcastcor.com | Music By Slayur | www.linktr.ee/slayur | Story By | Ariel Lawrence & Laurie Goulding 00:00 Intro 03:00 Part 1 07:00 Part 2 10:30 Part 3 13:30 General Discussion

The journey through unwanted estrangement from adult children can remain challenging even after extensive personal work and therapy, as hidden barriers continue to surface. In this pivotal episode, Reconnection Club Podcast host Tina Gilbertson explores how parents who have built fulfilling lives and invested in their own growth may still have blind spots that hinder their healing journey. Key Insights: Even with extensive therapy and personal development, we may have unrecognized areas that need attention The assumption that we've "done enough work" can itself become a barrier to deeper healing Parents who have created successful lives despite estrangement may overlook remaining opportunities for emotional growth Looking inward, rather than focusing on reconciliation or the adult child's actions, can reveal unexpected areas for personal development Tina offers a gentle challenge to parents to consider that there may be more internal work to discover, even when it seems like all possible growth has been achieved. For more on how to repair your relationship with your estranged adult child(ren), read Tina's book, Reconnecting With Your Estranged Adult Child. Get on Tina's mailing list. Club members can discuss this and every episode in the General Discussion forum inside the Reconnection Club. Not a member yet? Learn more and join.

John and James discuss some of the comics they got in February 2025. Time Codes: 0:00:00 Intro 0:00:36 Opening Comments 0:12:47 DC 0:30:31 Marvel 0:44:11 Other 0:55:19 General Discussion 0:55:34 Previews Spotlight reminder 0:56:02 Wrap up 0:56:38 End of episode. Email us at TheGuys@ComicBookPage.com Join the discussion on our forum at: http://forum.comicbookpage.com Join the Comic […]

This episode we reach an epiphany in the Shurima region with Naafiri related lore. | All CoR Links | www.podcastcor.com | Music By Slayur | www.linktr.ee/slayur | Story By | John O'Bryan 00:00 Intro 03:00 Part 1 07:00 Part 2 11:00 Part 3 17:00 General Discussion

When adult children cut contact with their parents, they often cite experiences and memories that their parents remember completely differently. But what happens when two people recall the same events in contradicting ways? In this illuminating episode, Reconnection Club host Tina Gilbertson tackles the complex nature of truth in family relationships. Through an engaging example of a backyard barbecue, she demonstrates how seemingly opposing versions of events can both hold validity – and why trying to prove your adult child "wrong" about their memories may be counterproductive. Tina explains that emotional truth in relationships operates differently from objective facts, offering insights for parents struggling to reconcile their memories with their adult child's perspective.  This episode provides essential understanding for parents who want to build bridges rather than debate whose version of events is "correct." Members can discuss this episode in the General Discussion forum inside the Reconnection Club. Not a member yet? Learn more and join.  Check out Tina's book, Reconnecting with Your Estranged Adult Child EPISODE LINKS: Reconnection Club Podcast Ep. 117: Heroes and Villains

John and James discuss the original Warlord series from DC Comics. Time Codes: 0:00:00 Intro 0:00:36 Opening Comments 0:03:24 Warlord #63 0:08:59 Warlord #63: Barren Earth 0:11:46 Warlord #63: He-Man 0:13:50 Warlord #64 0:17:33 Warlord #64: Barren Earth 0:20:10 Warlord #65 0:27:03 Warlord #65: Barren Earth 0:30:14 Warlord #66 0:37:44 General Discussion 0:43:06 Previews Spotlight […]

This episode we talk about the League of Legend's story "Paintings Framed in Half-Light". | All CoR Links | www.podcastcor.com | Music By Slayur | www.linktr.ee/slayur | Story By | Isa Mari De Leon 00:00 Intro 04:00 Part 1 09:00 Part 2 12:30 Part 3 16:00 General Discussion

John and James discuss the Astro City: Samaritan Special from 2006 and the Astro City: Beautie Specialfrom 2008. Time Codes: 0:00:00 Intro 0:00:36 Opening Comments 0:01:52 Astro City: Samaritan Special 0:10:23 Astro City: Beautie Special 0:22:21 General Discussion 0:32:16 Previews Spotlight reminder 0:32:44 Wrap up 0:33:20 End of episode. Email us at TheGuys@ComicBookPage.com Join the […]

When your adult child goes “no contact,” it can feel like you're suddenly in a state of emergency. How did this happen? What is a parent supposed to do? How do you fix this painful problem if your child won't talk to you? When dealing with a crisis, the last thing you might be concerned about is balance. But balancing activity with sufficient rest is critical for anyone trying to solve an important problem. We're simply not at our best when we're out of balance. We don't have our full capabilities, and we suffer from exhaustion and despair. Whether you feel like you've gone into overdrive, or the opposite – that you've been mired in passivity or paralysis – host Tina Gilbertson has something for you in this simple but profound episode. For information and tips on how to make repairs and begin to heal from parent-adult child estrangement, read Tina's book, Reconnecting With Your Estranged Adult Child. Reconnection Club members can discuss this and every episode in the General Discussion forum inside the Reconnection Club. Not a member yet? Learn more and join. Or get on the RC mailing list. EPISODE LINKS: Start the New Year With … Rest?  How to Do the Bare Minimum Constructive Wallowing: How to Beat Bad Feelings By Letting Yourself Have Them

John and James discuss some of the comics they got in January 2025. Time Codes: 0:00:00 Intro 0:00:36 Opening Comments 0:01:47 DC 0:22:18 Marvel 0:34:57 Other 0:46:28 General Discussion 0:49:20 Previews Spotlight reminder 0:49:48 Wrap up 0:50:24 End of episode. Email us at TheGuys@ComicBookPage.com Join the discussion on our forum at: http://forum.comicbookpage.com Join the Comic […]

This episode we paint with the colors of our soul in the Ionia region with Hwei related lore. | All CoR Links | www.podcastcor.com | Music By Slayur | www.linktr.ee/slayur | Story By | Isa Mari De Leon 00:00 Intro 04:00 Part 1 11:30 Part 2 16:30 Part 3 24:00 General Discussion

This episode we talk about the League of Legend's story "True Neutral". | All CoR Links | www.podcastcor.com | Music By Slayur | www.linktr.ee/slayur | Story By | John O'Bryan 00:00 Intro 01:20 Sorry! Background Sound Issue! (1 Minute) 02:10 Sound Issue Over! 04:20 Part 1 07:00 Part 2 13:30 Part 3 21:30 General Discussion

Welcome back to the Nacho Kids Podcast! In today's episode, Lori and David dive into a critical conversation about the challenges and misconceptions faced by stepparents. They explore three common phrases that should never be uttered to a stepparent. First, the hosts debunk the idea that stepparents knew what they were getting into when joining a blended family, emphasizing the unexpected trials involved. Next, they tackle the unrealistic expectation that stepparents should love their stepchildren like their own, highlighting the unique dynamics and relationships within a family. Finally, Lori and David clarify the misconception that stepparents are "parents too," discussing the complexity of roles within a blended family. Join us as we uncover some hard truths and foster understanding and empathy for stepparents navigating these complex relationships. So, stay tuned for an enlightening episode filled with candid discussions and relatable insights! In this episode, we discuss: General Discussion on Expectations in Life and Relationships Clarification and Healthy Expectations in Stepparent-Child Relationships Understanding Unrealistic Expectations The Complexity of Roles Guarding Against Harmful Assumptions: Nacho Kids Academy Success Story: "I thought since I had kids of my own and grew up in a stepfamily that I knew how to be a stepdad. Wrong. My wife and I fought constantly about discipline, boundaries, and how we should treat all the kids ‘equally.' Nacho Kids Academy helped me realize that ‘equal' isn't always ‘fair' and that my role in my stepkids' lives wasn't to be their dad. Once I stopped trying to force things, our home became so much calmer. The biggest surprise? My stepkids actually started coming to me on their own! We owe you so much, Lori & David!" - James T.  

Having a no-contact adult child can be not only painful, but genuinely confusing. They might agree to receive texts from you, but not reply to any texts you send. Maybe they tell you they love you, even as they continue to create distance. When you stop contacting them at their request, why do they then claim you don't care about them? What's going on? What do they want? How can you figure that out if they won't talk to you? In this reassuring episode, Tina Gilbertson suggests that maybe you don't have to. Generally speaking, mixed messages are not a sign that your adult child is mentally ill or worse, messing with you. Instead, they can be an unconscious expression of ambivalence or a reflection of normal developmental changes in young or recently launched adults. For much more on relationships between parents and adult children, including what goes wrong and how to respond effectively, read Tina's book, Reconnecting With Your Estranged Adult Child. Reconnection Club members can discuss this and every episode in the General Discussion forum inside the Reconnection Club. Not a member yet? Learn more and join. EPISODE LINKS: Reconnection Club Podcast Ep. 171: Understanding Ambivalence

This episode we talk about the League of Legend's story "The Uninvited Guest". | All CoR Links | www.podcastcor.com | Music By Slayur | www.linktr.ee/slayur | Story By | George Krstic 00:00 Intro 03:30 Taric Recap/Discussion 13:30 Story Discussion 21:30 General Discussion

This episode we talk about the cinematic for the next League of Legend's Netflix Series. | All CoR Links | www.podcastcor.com | Music By Slayur | www.linktr.ee/slayur 00:00 Intro 07:00 Part 1 14:30 Part 2 25:30 Part 3 34:00 General Discussion

This episode we talk about Season 2 Episode 9 of the League of Legend's Netflix Series "Arcane". | All CoR Links | www.podcastcor.com | Music By Slayur | www.linktr.ee/slayur 00:00 Intro 02:30 Part 1 11:00 Part 2 42:30 Part 3 58:00 General Discussion

When your adult child goes no contact, you search for solutions. You hunt for ideas, inspiration, support and above all, answers. And the whole time, you feel awful. Estrangement, in other words, is hard. It's natural to gravitate towards quick and relatively easy solutions: Writing an apology letter. Sending gifts. Showing up unannounced. Sending one text after another, despite receiving no reply. For parents, the real work of healing estrangement often has nothing to do with contact. It's long, slow, difficult and solitary work. But parents who take the harder path can earn greater rewards, sooner, as host Tina Gilbertson explains in this essential episode. For more on how to repair your relationship with your estranged adult child(ren), read Tina's book, Reconnecting With Your Estranged Adult Child. Club members can discuss this and every episode in the General Discussion forum inside the Reconnection Club. Not a member yet? Learn more and join.

John and James discuss some of the comics they got in December 2024. Time Codes: 0:00:00 Intro 0:00:36 Opening Comments 0:03:15 DC 0:26:16 Marvel 0:39:56 Other 0:49:46 Q&A 0:59:18 General Discussion 1:10:26 Previews Spotlight reminder 1:10:54 Wrap up 1:11:30 End of episode. Email us at TheGuys@ComicBookPage.com Join the discussion on our forum at: http://forum.comicbookpage.com Join […]

John and James discuss the original Warlord series from DC Comics. Time Codes: 0:00:00 Intro 0:00:36 Opening Comments 0:02:38 Warlord #60 0:13:09 Warlord #60: Arion, Lord of Atlantis 0:13:21 Warlord #61 0:21:22 Warlord #61: Arion, Lord of Atlantis 0:21:27 Warlord #62 0:31:43 Warlord #62: Arion, Lord of Atlantis 0:34:35 Warlord Annual #1 0:41:44 General Discussion […]

This is Part 2 of a 2-part episode that began with Episode 188 (not 187 as stated in this episode). Click here for Part 1. More often than not, when no-contact adult children end their estrangements and return to the relationship, there's an elephant in the room -- at least from the parent's point of view. Parents feel like they're walking on eggshells, trying to avoid whatever it was that created the problem in the first place. If only their adult children would tell them what went wrong, so they could keep it from happening again! But that elephant-in-the-room feeling may not be shared by the adult child, who wants the relationship to work as much as the parent does. They might not want to talk about the elephant. And that leaves parents feeling unsettled, to say the least. This episode is for you if you're feeling nervous and unsure around your recently reconciled, or semi-estranged, adult child. For more about how to make repairs and begin to heal from parent-adult child estrangement, read show host Tina Gilbertson's book, Reconnecting With Your Estranged Adult Child. Reconnection Club members can discuss this and every episode in the General Discussion forum inside the Reconnection Club. Not a member yet? Learn more and join. EPISODE RESOURCES: Seeking Safety in Estrangement (scroll to bottom of that page for more emotional safety resources) The Center for Nonviolent Communication Validation and Estrangement How to Validate Someone

John and James discuss Camelot 3000 published in 1982 by DC Comics. Time Codes: 0:00:00 Intro 0:00:36 Opening Comments 0:01:40 Camelot 3000 0:28:34 General Discussion 0:36:13 Previews Spotlight reminder 0:36:41 Wrap up 0:37:17 End of episode. Email us at TheGuys@ComicBookPage.com Join the discussion on our forum at: http://forum.comicbookpage.com Join the Comic Book Page Slack channel: […]

This episode we talk about Season 2 Episode 8 of the League of Legend's Netflix Series "Arcane". | All CoR Links | www.podcastcor.com | Music By Slayur | www.linktr.ee/slayur 00:00 Intro 02:00 Part 1 12:00 Part 2 18:30 Part 3 25:00 THE SCENE! 35:00 General Discussion

More often than not, when no-contact adult children end their estrangements and return to the relationship, there's an elephant in the room -- at least from the parent's point of view. Parents feel like they're walking on eggshells, trying to avoid whatever it was that created the problem in the first place. If only their adult children would tell them what went wrong, so they could keep it from happening again! But that elephant-in-the-room feeling may not be shared by the adult child, who wants the relationship to work as much as the parent does. They might not want to talk about the elephant. And that leaves parents feeling unsettled, to say the least. This episode is for you if you're feeling nervous and unsure around your recently reconciled, or semi-estranged, adult child. For more about how to make repairs and begin to heal from parent-adult child estrangement, read show host Tina Gilbertson's book, Reconnecting With Your Estranged Adult Child. Reconnection Club members can discuss this and every episode in the General Discussion forum inside the Reconnection Club. Not a member yet? Learn more and join. EPISODE RESOURCES: Reconnection Club Podcast Ep. 125: The GOOD Parent's Biggest Blind Spot, Part 1 Reconnection Club Podcast Ep. 126: The GOOD Parent's Biggest Blind Spot, Part 2 Reconnection Club Podcast Ep. 54: Why Do They Cut Off Contact Instead of Talking About It? Reconnection Club Podcast Ep. 118: Does Your Adult Child Lack Communication Skills?

John and James discuss some of the comics they got in November 2024. Time Codes: 0:00:00 Intro 0:00:36 Opening Comments 0:04:21 DC 0:22:55 Marvel 0:33:52 Other 0:47:11 General Discussion 0:55:13 Previews Spotlight reminder 0:55:41 Wrap up 0:56:17 End of episode. Email us at TheGuys@ComicBookPage.com Join the discussion on our forum at: http://forum.comicbookpage.com Join the Comic […]

This episode we talk about Season 2 Episode 7 of the League of Legend's Netflix Series "Arcane". | All CoR Links | www.podcastcor.com | Music By Slayur | www.linktr.ee/slayur 00:00 Intro 03:00 Part 1 14:00 Part 2 33:30 Part 3 44:00 General Discussion

Hear the voices of parent who are facing the holidays without their estranged adult children this year... If you're unwillingly estranged from your adult child or children during the holiday season, host Tina Gilbertson and members of the Reconnection Club community want you to know you're not alone. Listen to this very special episode in your podcast player app before it expires on December 30th, 2024. Episodes never expire from the Reconnection Club website. Find any episode on our site by typing the episode number after a “/” like this: “Reconnectionclub.com/187” For more holiday-related resources from the Reconnection Club, check out these materials: RCP Episode 107: Staying Present In Their Absence Practice Slow Breathing BEFORE the Holidays Inviting Estranged Adult Children Home For the Holidays RCP Episode 69: It's OK to Enjoy Yourself During Estrangement Make a Detailed Plan to Get Through Special Days Getting Through Christmas For much more about how to deal with estrangement from your adult child(ren) throughout the year, read Tina's book, Reconnecting With Your Estranged Adult Child. Reconnection Club members can discuss this and every episode in the General Discussion forum inside the Reconnection Club. Not a member yet? Learn more and join.

This episode we talk about Season 2 Episode 6 of the League of Legend's Netflix Series "Arcane". | All CoR Links | www.podcastcor.com | Music By Slayur | www.linktr.ee/slayur 00:00 Intro 01:30 Part 1 11:30 Part 2 20:30 Part 3 35:30 General Discussion

Following on from episodes 160 and 162 (see episode links below), host Tina Gilbertson addresses another one of those cognitive distortions (or common thinking errors) that create extra suffering in an experience that's already painful: Estrangement from your adult child(ren). In this episode, Tina runs through a total of six examples (keep listening after she reviews the first three!) of black and white thinking embraced by parents of no-contact adult children. How many feel familiar to you? Listeners will find relief in the idea that estrangement isn't necessarily all or nothing, that there are many possibilities -- even when that doesn't seem possible. For more information on why adult children become estranged (or "go no-contact") and what parents can do about it, read Tina's book, Reconnecting With Your Estranged Adult Child. Reconnection Club members can discuss this and every episode in the General Discussion forum inside the Reconnection Club. Not a member yet? Learn more and join. EPISODE LINKS: Reconnection Club Podcast Ep. 160: Emotional Reasoning Reconnection Club Podcast Ep. 162: Overgeneralizing and Catastrophizing Reconnection Club Podcast Ep. 117: Heroes and Villains Reconnection Club Podcast Ep. 176: Regarding Apologies Reconnection Club Podcast Ep. 154: Nothing Happens in a Vacuum

John and James discuss Astro City: The Dark Age: Book Three. Time Codes: 0:00:00 Intro 0:00:36 Opening Comments 0:01:09 Astro City: The Dark Age: Book Three 0:33:52 General Discussion 0:43:40 Previews Spotlight reminder 0:44:08 Wrap up 0:44:38 End of episode. Email us at TheGuys@ComicBookPage.com Join the discussion on our forum at: http://forum.comicbookpage.com Join the Comic […]

Some estranged adult children go no contact because they say their parents are too critical. Has your adult child made this complaint? Are you frustrated because you just don't see what they're seeing? Does it seem like your adult child is too sensitive, and you're walking on eggshells because you never know what's going to make them feel criticized? Or do you recognize what they're talking about, but can't seem to change the dynamic? This episode is for anybody accused of being critical towards adult children, spouses or others. In an interesting thesis, Tina Gilbertson suggests what might be going on that's coming across as criticism, and what you can do about it. Changing relationship dynamics takes time. But if you know where to begin, you can get started today even if your adult child isn't currently in contact. For information on why adult children become estranged (or "go no-contact") and what parents can do about it, read Tina's book, Reconnecting With Your Estranged Adult Child. Reconnection Club members can discuss this and every episode in the General Discussion forum inside the Reconnection Club. Not a member yet? Learn more and join.

Getting along with in-laws is an age-old tradition, but also a challenge for many. When your adult child appears to be estranged because their partner doesn't like you, it can feel like a hurtful and impossible situation. The partner may seem like a cruel and powerful gatekeeper, standing between you and your child and grandchild(ren). Resentment soon follows. And things go downhill from there. Although this may not be an easy problem to solve, you'll want to make sure you've truly done everything you can to make repairs from your end. This episode is for every unwillingly estranged parent who's tried in vain to win over an adult child's partner. You'll learn five separate (and possibly overlapping) reasons why the partner doesn't seem to like you and, more importantly, what you can do about it. For more information on why adult children become estranged (or “go no-contact”) and what parents can do about it, read Reconnecting With Your Estranged Adult Child by Tina Gilbertson. Reconnection Club members can discuss this and every episode in the General Discussion forum inside the Reconnection Club. Not a member yet? Learn more and join. EPISODE RESOURCES: Reconnection Club Podcast Ep. 131: Preparing for Family Therapy