In this conversation, Lawrence Joss interviews Charles McCready, a parental alienation coach, who shares his personal experiences and insights on the complexities of parental alienation. They discuss the emotional challenges faced by parents, the concept of pre-alienation, and the importance of understanding the child's perspective. The conversation emphasizes the need for parents to focus on their own healing and emotional regulation to foster trust and connection with their children. Practical strategies for preparing for interactions with children and the long-term nature of healing from alienation are also highlighted.

Key Takeaways

• Grief and vulnerability are interconnected in parental alienation.
• Parental alienation can begin subtly and escalate over time.
• Understanding pre-alienation helps in recognizing early signs.
• Children often feel caught in loyalty conflicts during alienation.
• Emotional regulation is crucial for parents dealing with alienation.
• Parents must focus on their healing to support their children.
• Trust is built through consistent, safe interactions with children.
• Preparation for meetings with children can prevent emotional triggers.
• Healing from alienation is a long-term process requiring dedication.
• Self-awareness and understanding of triggers are key to recovery.

Chapters

00:00 - Understanding Grief and Vulnerability
00:41 - Introduction to Parental Alienation
02:04 - The Complexity of Parental Alienation
03:56 - Personal Experiences with Alienation
05:45 - The Concept of Pre-Alienation
08:52 - Cognitive Dissonance in Children
10:02 - The Dynamics of Healing and Safety
11:58 - Navigating Emotions as a Parent
17:47 - The Nine Emotions of Alienation
22:05 - Practical Strategies for Parents
27:04 - The Importance of Continuous Healing

For more detailed information regarding Charlie McCready and the 9-step program, please click the link below:

https://charliemccready.com/

https://drive.google.com/file/d/1sU40Zul0RDNDxb-Vmh0-bWkXpyRnO0qj/view?usp=sharing

https://drive.google.com/file/d/1JcmEUSYpt25kkBUCQP2DnmtO7bZI7Cz-/view?usp=sharing

https://drive.google.com/file/d/1WaClh5wrJ3AYY9cD4lnrD0aYg-wh61cJ/view?usp=sharing

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