Should You Reconnect After Going No-Contact? | Going No-Contact Series - Part 6

Deciding whether to let an estranged parent back into your life is messy and terrifying, especially when you have to figure out if their change is real or just wishful thinking. Watch the full series: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLRwuH-bKNiP0 Join the Foundations Community and Course Library: https://www.timfletcher.ca/foundations We offer 4 different levels of resources, courses and programs for Complex Trauma Recovery, from introductory personal recovery to programs for professionals in the mental health space. Visit our website to explore all of our resources: https://www.timfletcher.ca/ 🎧Watch or listen to the Time With Tim Podcast: https://www.youtube.com/@TimeWithTimPodcast ──────────── Tim Fletcher is not a doctor or licensed therapist; he is a counsellor in Canada and has worked with people with Complex Trauma and Addiction for decades. Tim’s videos are for informational purposes only to provide understanding, learning, and awareness about complex trauma. No information published here can replace professional evaluation, diagnosis, or treatment. #complextrauma #timfletcher #mentalhealth 00:00 - Introduction & The Dilemma 01:06 - The 4 Possible Outcomes 02:57 - Advice for the Adult Child 05:02 - Moving Slowly & Setting Clear Boundaries 07:00 - Navigating the Longing for Connection 08:09 - Signs of True, Lasting Change 12:07 - Rethinking Forgiveness vs Boundaries 15:18 - Accepting Parents as They Are 17:13 - Creating an Exit Plan 18:04 - Advice for the Parents 19:46 - Rebuilding Trust Takes Time 21:18 - The Reality of Healthy Connection