I Thought Dad Left Because of Me: A Child’s View of Divorce

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My Inner Knowing

Theresa Hubbard and Walker Bird

110 episodes

4 days ago

Explore the heart of personal growth with "My Inner Knowing," where raw, authentic stories illuminate our journey through life, relationships, and parenting. Hosted by two master communicators—Theresa Hubbard, a mental health therapist, and Walker Bird, a trial lawyer—no subject is too taboo for our exploration. Designed to feel like a warm conversation among friends, each episode invites you into thought-provoking discussions to foster self-inquiry, promote personal development, and lead to greater freedom and peace in your life. Thank you for choosing to listen and grow with us.

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I Thought Dad Left Because of Me: A Child’s View of Divorce

My Inner Knowing

18 minutes 40 seconds

1 week ago

I Thought Dad Left Because of Me: A Child’s View of Divorce

This episode is part of a short mini-series called Conversations We Needed With Our Parents Growing Up.

Divorce can reshape a child’s world in ways they can’t always put into words.

In this conversation, we sit with the reality many children face: the belief that a parent’s leaving must somehow be their fault. Walker shares from his own childhood experience, and we talk about what happens when silence takes the place of honesty—how kids make up painful stories to fill the gaps and how those stories can follow them for years.

We also explore what children need most during this transition: reassurance, clarity, and simple rituals of safety that remind them they are loved. These conversations aren’t easy, but avoiding them leaves deeper wounds. Our hope is to encourage honesty, even when it’s imperfect, so kids can carry truth instead of blame."

🎥 You can also watch this conversation on our YouTube channel if seeing the dialogue unfold feels more supportive for you.

—Walker & Theresa

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