Restored: Helping Children of Divorce
Children of divorce are 2–3 times more likely to get divorced and are more likely to struggle with emotional problems, relationship issues, and bad habits. But those stats don’t get to write your story. If your parents’ divorce or family dysfunction left wounds you can’t always put into words, this show is for you.
The Restored Podcast shares real stories and expert tips to heal the trauma, navigate family challenges, and build the healthy relationships you’ve always wanted.
Ranked in the top 10% of all podcasts and #18 in the divorce category — the only one dedicated to children of divorce — listeners say it’s “more effective than 30 years of counseling.”
You’re not doomed to repeat your family’s past. You can break the cycle, and we’re here to help you do it.
Restored: Helping Children of Divorce
#143: When Your Divorced Parent Dies: Grieving, Healing, & Closure | Ben
After a relapse into alcoholism, Ben’s mom left him, his family, and the country for years when he was just 5 years old. When she returned, he struggled in his relationship with her but placed proper boundaries and found some resolution. But his mom’s death in Ben’s late 20s brought new pain.
In this episode, you’ll hear his wild story, plus:
- The resolution he experienced with his mom and an unexpected tactic that’s helped him heal after his mom’s death
- The place of justice, mercy, and blame after your parents’ divorce
- How he was skeptical of marriage and what taught him that a good family is possible
If you’re struggle in your relationship with mom or a parent died without you resolving things with them, this episode is for you.
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