This is incredibly insightful work. The comparison between reunification and dating really reframes things in a way that makes sense - asking for lunch is like proposing marriage to a stranger. I've seen freinds in similar situations rush toward big conversations when the other person isn't ready, and it backfires every time. The whole "small yesses" approch feels much more sustainable than trying to force closure or resolution all at once.
Thank you for your thoughtful comment. As always, let me know if you have any questions and feel free to share this article with other parents who are struggling with alienation. :)
This is incredibly insightful work. The comparison between reunification and dating really reframes things in a way that makes sense - asking for lunch is like proposing marriage to a stranger. I've seen freinds in similar situations rush toward big conversations when the other person isn't ready, and it backfires every time. The whole "small yesses" approch feels much more sustainable than trying to force closure or resolution all at once.
Thank you for your thoughtful comment. As always, let me know if you have any questions and feel free to share this article with other parents who are struggling with alienation. :)