Life Stages and Sibling Estrangement

People who reflect most deeply on sibling estrangement tend to be women in their 50s, 60s, and 70s. What happens at this time that provokes this exploration? American psychoanalyst Erik Erikson calls this a period, which is filled with feelings of inertia and unproductivity, “stagnation;” it comes in lieu of the “generativity stage” when we work and raise a family to contribute to the future. Many in the stagnation stage feel a sense of incompleteness as primary relationships have broken down. This episode explores this stage when we reflect upon what has shaped our narrative. This evaluation can force introspection and change, as we seek connection, meaning, and a sense of purpose in this season of life. All in the hopes of gaining Integrity, or risk falling into the stage of despair.
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[@TizzyLisch]

Well, you guys sure have described me today. This is exactly where I am and what I am going through. I am coming to grips with the very likely possibility that my brother and I will never have the relationship that I wish we could have. I am the scapegoat. He was the gc (most of the time). That, along with many other factors that I am just now identifying, makes it pretty tough to manage a relationship with any real depth anymore. I find myself going through a grieving process over it. Very sad. Thanks for these videos. It helps to feel understood.

[@lbb530]

Thank you to you both for this video! It's comforting and affirming, and mirrors my own experience of having to go NC at age 65, with two sisters and their families. It's brutal but necessary...again, THANK YOU!

[@juliadplume3097]

This tracks.

[@stanley1771]

Lost 2 siblings due to leaving the religion. Is there any guidance for this scenario? Thanks

[@fernschumer186]

Hope this gives you some insights.