Is No Contact Becoming a Shortcut? | The Truth About Conflict, Boundaries & Family Estrangement

Is going no contact always the healthiest choice, or are we losing the ability to work through difficult relationships?

In this episode of Estranged & Rearranged, Candi Morris examines a growing cultural trend: more people, especially younger generations, are cutting off friends and family than ever before. Drawing from recent research and her own experience working with estranged families, Candi explores the difference between protecting yourself from genuine harm and avoiding uncomfortable conversations.

This episode discusses boundaries, conflict resolution, loneliness, and why learning healthy communication skills may be more important than ever. Whether you're an estranged parent, an adult child, or someone navigating difficult family relationships, this conversation offers perspective, encouragement, and hope.

📖 When They Walk Away by Candi Morris
https://estrangedandrearranged.com

📖 Rules of Estrangement by Joshua Coleman
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📖 When Parents Hurt by Joshua Coleman
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🤝 ESMH Coalition
https://www.esmhcoalition.org/

📘 Vice article referenced in this episode (about the rise of no contact among Gen Z and Millennials)

📊 Talkspace Survey (commissioned research discussed in the episode)

🌐 Website: https://estrangedandrearranged.com

📘 Join the Facebook Support Group (linked on the website)

📱 TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@estranged.and.rea

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