195. Connecting with Kim's HARD Child — Facing the Challenges of Parental Alienation
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Do you ever stop to think about what it will be like 15 years from now? What will your relationship with each of your children be like?
Maybe you've got a HARD kid (Hurt, Angry, Rejecting, Distant) who's putting up walls and seems to have turned against you - and it feels like this painful season will never end. The tension in your relationship with your child has robbed you of the connection you really want — and you aren't sure how to respond.
That's exactly what we were experiencing 16 years ago, but you know what…
…it didn't last forever.
Back when we were navigating a 3-year battle of parental alienation, Kim's daughter, Annika, was hostile and actively rejecting our family. In the middle of all the confusion, anger, and pain, we weren't sure how to move beyond the 'black cloud' of tension we experienced during our visitation with Annika.
Somewhere along the way, Kim discovered some practical strategies that created bridges of connection with Annika. It was just enough to help us hold onto hope and keep us moving forward.
The perseverance has paid off and now in Annika's adult life, we have a strong, loving connection with her.
Kim is sharing a few powerful tips in this episode that can help you build bridges of connection too. We want you to know that you can stay hopeful and show up well, even with a HARD child. Your current season might be filled with difficult challenges, but you have what it takes to help your child know that you're loving, safe, and available.
Listen in on this episode to find out more.
You'll Discover:
Our story of parental alienation and how Kim was able to carefully create bridges of connection with her daughter.
Encouragement and practical tips for engaging with your hurt, angry, rejecting, or distant child.
Resources from this Episode:
Episode 194. Powerful Tips for Effectively Connecting with Your Angry or Distant Child [with Dr. Amy J.L. Baker]
Article by Dr. Bob Evans: 17 Primary Alienation Strategies
Episode 42. Our Challenging Story of Parental Alienation - and 6 Tips for You
Book by Amy J.L. Baker and Paul R. Fine: Parenting Under Fire - How to Communicate with Your Hurt, Angry, Rejecting, Distant Child
Article by Amy Baker: Five Things to Never Say to an Alienated Child
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