What happens when your adult child suddenly cuts off contact and you have no idea why?

In this powerful and heartfelt episode, I sit down with Susan Metzger, host of the podcast Flip Flops & Freedom, to discuss the growing issue of family estrangement and the emotional impact of adult children choosing a no-contact relationship with their parents.

Susan shares her personal story of becoming estranged from her child, the heartbreak of living with unanswered questions, and how that experience led her to create the support community Parents in the Waiting Room. Through her Facebook group, she provides a safe place for parents navigating grief, confusion, loss, and the challenges of being cut off from their children.

Together, we explore:

🎙️ Family estrangement and no-contact relationships 🎙️ The emotional impact on parents 🎙️ Coping with grief, rejection, and unanswered questions 🎙️ Finding support and community during family conflict 🎙️ Healing while holding onto hope 🎙️ Resources for parents experiencing estrangement

If you are a parent struggling with an estranged child, feeling isolated, or searching for answers, this conversation offers understanding, validation, and hope.

https://susanmetzger.org/

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In this episode of Interrupted, I visit with Verla Wade to explore what it truly means to live in the present moment. Drawing from her experiences growing up on a farm and a lifetime of spiritual exploration, Verla shares how curiosity, awareness, and simple daily practices can help us reconnect with joy.

Our conversation dives into the lessons nature teaches us about being fully present, why curiosity is one of the most powerful tools for personal growth, and how living in the "now" can transform the way we experience life. Verla also reflects on the values she learned during her childhood on the farm and how those early experiences continue to shape her work today.

If you've been feeling distracted, overwhelmed, or disconnected from joy, this episode offers a refreshing reminder that peace and fulfillment are often found in the simplest moments.

For more about Verla Wade, visit Ask Verla.

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Author, speaker, podcaster, and nonprofit leader Rae Ann Hall joins Laurie Hardie for a powerful conversation about emotional healing, resilience, personal growth, and finding purpose through adversity. Rae Ann shares how her own life experiences shaped her passion for helping others move forward with courage, connection, and a growth mindset.

In this episode, they talk about podcasting, leadership, overcoming challenges, healing from trauma, empowering women, and using your story to make an impact. Rae Ann also discusses her work with Grow NOW, community mentorship, and the inspiration behind her books and speaking platform. Perfect for listeners interested in personal development, mindset coaching, emotional healing, women in leadership, entrepreneurship, recovery, and transformational storytelling.

If you’ve ever wondered how to turn pain into purpose, this conversation will inspire you to keep moving forward.

Rae Ann Hall is the author of Six-Word Lessons on Emotional Healing and host of The Optimistic Choice podcast.

Website: Rae Ann Hall Official Website

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