Snafui Posted March 4, 2015 Posted March 4, 2015 What We Lose, and Gain, When a Family Separates The choice1 to estrange from family is often portrayed as a simple and selfish act, but my research2 indicates that most people do not choose to estrange lightly or quickly: Estrangement is a process, not an event. People often say that they choose to estrange in order to regroup from stressful relationships or events, often believing that the distance will improve their health and wellbeing. (I shall discuss the causes of estrangement from the perspectives of both parties in another blog.) Imagine that... DeFOOing is proper. As a person that did my best to DeFoo many years ago, prior to knowing what it was, I've been offended by those that believe that no matter what you stick with your family. 2
Matt D Posted March 6, 2015 Posted March 6, 2015 I for one am glad to see this. It's not on the front page of the PT website but at least the idea that choosing estrangement can be a necessary first step to personal growth is gaining some acceptance. 3
LandoRamone30 Posted March 9, 2015 Posted March 9, 2015 I feel kinda irritated that some people attack almost anyone that even shows a hint at the support of this idea. If we truly believe in free association this idea should not even be an issue. 1
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