“Why does my child hate me?”
For a parent watching their relationship with their child unravel, that question can be devastating. And for an adult looking back on childhood, another question can be just as painful: “Was I turned against a parent I never really got the chance to know?”
This week on Boy Meets Squirrel, Dan and Lindsay welcome Dr. Lynn Steinberg for a live conversation about parental alienation—recognizing the warning signs, understanding the child’s perspective, and exploring what families can do next.
We’ll discuss:
• What parental alienation is—and how it differs from a child pulling away for other reasons.
• Early warning signs parents can miss.
• How to respond when your child rejects you or repeats accusations.
• Mistakes that can make reconnecting harder.
• What to do if you suspect you were alienated from a parent growing up.
• Navigating lost years, difficult questions, and possible reconnection.
Bring your questions and join the conversation. Whether you’re a parent, an adult child, a grandparent, or someone trying to support a family member, there’s room for your perspective.
Real conversation. Direct questions. And an audience that’s part of the show.
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