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"My adult daughter has cut off all contact..."
This month, the advice columnist advises the parent of an estranged adult child about what to do instead of trying to locate her.

J. Hila Peterson
Apr 104 min read


“In one option I am cold hearted. In the other I am a fool.”
This month, the advice columnist explores a decision-making process for reconnecting with a dying family member.

J. Hila Peterson
Mar 216 min read


I feel guilt every day....
This month, the advice columnist answers a question about siblings and estrangement.

J. Hila Peterson
Feb 276 min read


Advice column #22: I can't keep her in my life any longer
This month, the advice columnist answers a question about housing, finances and sibling estrangement.
Julia Peterson
Nov 5, 202510 min read


Advice column #21: Mixing family and money
This month, the advice columnist answers a question about housing, finances and sibling estrangement.

J. Hila Peterson
Sep 30, 20256 min read


Advice column #20: How to keep showing up
This month, the advice columnist answers a question about loneliness and finding new connections.

J. Hila Peterson
May 29, 20259 min read


Advice column #19: "The situations aren't within my control."
This month, the advice columnist answers a question about sibling estrangement and reconciliation. Q: My sister decided to cut off...

J. Hila Peterson
Apr 10, 20257 min read


Advice column #18: On trauma, boundaries, and obligations
This month, the advice columnist answers a question about multigenerational families, mental health, and lasting traumas.

J. Hila Peterson
Mar 5, 202510 min read


Advice column #17: There are lots of ways to have a family
This month, the advice columnist answers a question about sibling relationships, clear communication, and family ties across generations.

J. Hila Peterson
Dec 28, 202412 min read


Advice column #16: Estrangement and grief
This month, the advice columnist answers a question about walking away, unexpected losses, and making space for sorrow and for healing.

J. Hila Peterson
Nov 30, 20246 min read


Advice column #15: How do I celebrate this milestone?
This month, the advice columnist answers a question about celebrating life cycle events, like graduations, while estranged.
Julia Peterson
Oct 28, 20245 min read


Advice column #14: How should I handle family gatherings?
This month, the advice columnist answers a question about being invited to family gatherings while estranged.

J. Hila Peterson
Jul 31, 20247 min read


Advice Column #13: How can I plan for my estrangement?
This month, the advice columnist answers a question about getting ready to leave home, especially when you are low-income and disabled.
Julia Peterson
Jun 20, 202410 min read


Advice Column #12: What happens when loved ones won't accept my estrangement?
This month, the advice columnist answers a question about relatives who won’t accept the letter-writer’s decision to become estranged from a

J. Hila Peterson
May 28, 20244 min read


Advice Column #11: What can I do when loved ones push me to reconcile?
This month, the advice columnist answers a question about how to handle loved ones who push you to reconcile with estranged relatives.

J. Hila Peterson
Apr 6, 20247 min read


Advice Column #10: Making the "Right Choice" When It Comes to Estrangement
This month, the advice columnist answers a question about maintaining connections to cherished relatives after estrangement.

J. Hila Peterson
Feb 5, 20247 min read


Advice Column #9: January Edition on Receiving Unexpected Cards or Gifts from Estranged Family Members
This month, the advice columnist answers a question about unexpected gifts from estranged relatives.

J. Hila Peterson
Dec 24, 20236 min read


Advice Column #8: December Edition on Creating a Chosen Family
This month, our advice columnist answers a question about how to find lasting support and connection after estrangement.

J. Hila Peterson
Nov 29, 20235 min read


Advice Column #7: November Edition on the Domino Effects of Estrangement
This month, our advice columnist answered a question about a situation where becoming estranged from one relative might mean losing contact.

J. Hila Peterson
Oct 29, 20236 min read


Advice Column #6: October Edition on Reconnecting with Estranged Family Members
This month, our advice columnist answers a question about reconnecting after estrangement.

J. Hila Peterson
Sep 27, 20236 min read
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