• Breaking Free from Limiting Beliefs Using “The Work” by Byron Katie - Ep 102
    Jul 14 2025

    In this episode of the Family Disappeared podcast, Laurence Joss engages in a deep conversation with John about Byron Katie's transformative work. They explore the impact of limiting beliefs, particularly in the context of parental alienation and estrangement. John shares his personal journey with the work, detailing how it has helped him navigate emotional pain and trauma. The discussion includes practical applications of the work, focusing on the four questions that guide individuals in questioning their stressful thoughts. The episode emphasizes the importance of community support and the resources available for those dealing with similar challenges.

    Key Takeaways

    • Byron Katie's work helps in identifying and questioning limiting beliefs.
    • The process involves writing down stressful thoughts and questioning them.
    • Emotional responses can be traced back to specific thoughts.
    • The work encourages individuals to explore their internal experiences.
    • Community support is crucial in navigating parental alienation.
    • The questions in the work are designed to provoke deep self-reflection.
    • Understanding one's emotional ecosystem can lead to healing.
    • The work can be applied to various personal and relational challenges.
    • Resources for the work are freely available online.
    • Engaging with the work can lead to transformative insights.

    Chapters

    00:00 - Introduction to Parental Alienation and Byron Katie's Work
    02:59 - Understanding Byron Katie's Journey and the Work
    05:48 - The Process of The Work: Questions and Turnarounds
    08:51 - Exploring Limiting Beliefs and Emotional Responses
    11:53 - Practical Application: A Case Study on Parent-Child Relationships
    14:54 - Deep Dive into Emotional Ecosystems and Healing
    17:53 - The Importance of Community and Support
    20:40 - Final Thoughts and Resources for Listeners

    This link contains downloads for worksheets, a video library, podcasts, and more on Byron Katie’s work:

    https://thework.com/


    If you wish to connect with Lawrence Joss or any of the PA-A community members who have appeared as guests on the podcast:

    Email - familydisappeared@gmail.com

    Linktree: https://linktr.ee/lawrencejoss

    (All links mentioned in the podcast are available in Linktree)

    Please donate to support PAA programs:

    https://www.paypal.com/donate?hosted_button_id=SDLTX8TBSZNXS

    This podcast is made possible by the Family Disappeared Team:
    Anna Johnson- Editor/Contributor/Activist/Co-host
    Glaze Gonzales- Podcast Manager

    Connect with Lawrence Joss:
    Website: https://parentalalienationanonymous.com/
    Email- familydisappeared@gmail.com

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    30 mins
  • Healing from Parental Alienation | Survey Findings, Generational Trauma & Self-Work | Family Disappeared Part 2 - Ep. 101
    Jul 7 2025

    In this episode of the Family Disappeared podcast, Lawrence Joss discusses the importance of community service, personal transformation, and emotional well-being, particularly in the context of parental alienation. He shares his experiences with nature, the significance of having a plan for emotionally charged days like Father's Day, and the impact of nonviolent communication and 12-step programs on mental health. The episode emphasizes the value of podcasts as a resource for support and encourages listeners to engage with their communities and contribute to the cause.

    Key Takeaways

    • Commit to picking up a service position and show up at meetings.
    • Personal transformation can occur through connection with nature.
    • Having a plan for emotionally charged days is crucial.
    • Dance and movement can help reconnect with emotions.
    • Podcasts can significantly improve mental health and coping mechanisms.
    • Regular attendance in 12-step programs leads to significant lifestyle changes.
    • Service to the community can provide personal relief and fulfillment.
    • Sharing resources and information is vital for community support.
    • Engagement in community activities can help alleviate feelings of isolation.
    • It's important to express gratitude and love, even in challenging relationships.

    Chapters

    00:00 - Introduction to Community and Service
    02:45 - Personal Transformation Through Nature
    06:01 - Navigating Father's Day Emotions
    08:56 - The Importance of Communication and Connection
    11:51 - The Role of Nonviolent Communication
    14:44 - The Impact of 12-Step Programs
    17:58 - The Power of Service and Community Engagement

    If you wish to connect with Lawrence Joss or any of the PA-A community members who have appeared as guests on the podcast:

    Email- familydisappeared@gmail.com

    Linktree: https://linktr.ee/lawrencejoss

    (All links mentioned in the podcast are available in Linktree)

    Please donate to support PAA programs:

    https://www.paypal.com/donate?hosted_button_id=SDLTX8TBSZNXS

    This podcast is made possible by the Family Disappeared Team:
    Anna Johnson- Editor/Contributor/Activist/Co-host
    Glaze Gonzales- Podcast Manager

    Connect with Lawrence Joss:
    Website: https://parentalalienationanonymous.com/
    Email- familydisappeared@gmail.com

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    22 mins
  • 100th Episode: Healing from Parental Alienation | Survey Findings, Generational Trauma & Self-Work Part 1
    Jun 30 2025

    In this 100th episode of the Family Disappeared podcast, Lawrence Joss reflects on the journey of creating a supportive community for those affected by parental alienation. He shares insights from a recent survey, highlighting the generational impact of estrangement and the importance of community support in healing. The episode emphasizes the struggles of grief, loss, and anxiety while celebrating the transformations experienced by listeners and participants in the community. Joss encourages connection and self-care, reminding everyone that they are not alone in their experiences.

    Key Takeaways

    • You're not alone in your grief.
    • Community-based activities have been transformational.
    • One third could track generational alienation.
    • Two thirds are in the court system.
    • Two thirds said their relationships improved.
    • Grief, loss, and anxiety are top struggles.
    • Community is what saves my life every day.
    • Transformation means I can breathe and engage in life.
    • Self-care is essential for relationships with children.
    • I love you, and that's transformational.

    Chapters

    00:00 - Introduction and Personal Reflections on Grief
    02:55 - Celebrating 100 Episodes and Community Engagement
    05:40 - The Birth of Parental Alienation Advocates
    08:55 - Understanding Generational Impact of Alienation
    11:44 - Survey Insights: The Community's Struggles
    15:02 - Mental Health and Community Support
    17:51 - Transformation Through Connection and Healing
    20:38 - Closing Thoughts and Affirmations

    If you wish to connect with Lawrence Joss or any of the PA-A community members who have appeared as guests on the podcast:

    Email- familydisappeared@gmail.com

    Linktree: https://linktr.ee/lawrencejoss

    (All links mentioned in the podcast are available in Linktree)

    Please donate to support PAA programs:

    https://www.paypal.com/donate?hosted_button_id=SDLTX8TBSZNXS

    This podcast is made possible by the Family Disappeared Team:
    Anna Johnson- Editor/Contributor/Activist/Co-host
    Glaze Gonzales- Podcast Manager

    Connect with Lawrence Joss:
    Website: https://parentalalienationanonymous.com/
    Email- familydisappeared@gmail.com

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    22 mins
  • Letting Go, Holding On: The Paradox of Healing from Alienation & Estrangement Part 2 - Episode 99
    Jun 23 2025

    This conversation explores the themes of self-love, gratitude, and recovery from alienation. The speakers share their personal journeys, emphasizing the importance of connecting with oneself and the transformative power of gratitude. They discuss how alienation has led to unexpected connections and deeper empathy in relationships, as well as the challenges and growth that come from navigating these experiences. The conversation highlights the significance of community support and the ongoing process of healing and personal development.

    Key Takeaways

    • Learning to love oneself is crucial for recovery.
    • Gratitude can shift perspectives and enhance life experiences.
    • Alienation can lead to unexpected and valuable connections.
    • Empathy for others can transform relationships.
    • Past experiences shape our current perspectives on relationships.
    • Self-connection is essential for healthy relationships with others.
    • Recovery is a long process that requires patience and humility.
    • Community support is vital in the journey of healing.
    • Recognizing the importance of small wins in recovery is key.
    • Gratitude can be found in the most challenging situations.

    Chapters

    00:00 - The Journey of Self-Love
    02:05 - Understanding Gratitude in Recovery
    04:00 - Alienation and Unexpected Connections
    09:20 - Transforming Relationships Through Empathy
    13:00 - Lessons from Past Relationships
    20:22 - The Importance of Self-Connection
    25:41 - Hope and Community in Recovery
    29:38 - Gratitude for Future Opportunities

    Related Gratitude Episodes:

    • “Grateful and Grieving” – A panel of alienated parents share their stories Part 1
    • “Grateful and Grieving” – A panel of alienated parents share their stories Part 2
    • Letting Go, Holding On: The Paradox of Healing from Alienation & Estrangement

    If you wish to connect with Lawrence Joss or any of the PA-A community members who have appeared as guests on the podcast:

    Email- familydisappeared@gmail.com

    Linktree: https://linktr.ee/lawrencejoss

    (All links mentioned in the podcast are available in Linktree)

    Please donate to support PAA programs:

    https://www.paypal.com/donate?hosted_button_id=SDLTX8TBSZNXS


    This podcast is made possible by the Family Disappeared Team:
    Anna Johnson- Editor/Contributor/Activist/Co-host
    Glaze Gonzales- Podcast Manager

    Connect with Lawrence Joss:
    Website: https://parentalalienationanonymous.com/
    Email- familydisappeared@gmail.com

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    37 mins
  • Letting Go, Holding On: The Paradox of Healing from Alienation & Estrangement Part 1 - Episode 98
    Jun 16 2025

    In this episode of the Family Disappeared podcast, the panel discusses the complexities of gratitude in the context of parental alienation and emotional pain. They share personal stories of healing, the challenges of navigating family dynamics, and the importance of finding joy in small moments. The conversation emphasizes the need for self-care and the journey of letting go of emotional attachments while fostering resilience and community support.

    Key Takeaways

    • Gratitude can coexist with pain and emotional hurt.
    • Personal stories of alienation highlight the journey of healing.
    • Finding joy in small moments is essential for emotional well-being.
    • It's important to acknowledge the complexity of gratitude.
    • Self-care is crucial when navigating difficult family dynamics.
    • Letting go of emotional attachments can lead to personal growth.
    • Community support plays a vital role in healing.
    • Emotional responses to family dynamics can vary greatly.
    • Practicing gratitude can shift one's perspective on life.
    • The journey of healing is ongoing and requires patience.

    Chapters

    00:00 - Navigating Gratitude Amidst Pain
    04:10 - Personal Stories of Alienation and Healing
    10:51 - The Complexity of Gratitude
    17:06 - Emotional Responses to Family Dynamics
    24:20 - Finding Joy in Others' Happiness
    30:48 - Letting Go of Emotional Attachments
    33:14 - Reflections on Gratitude and Life Changes

    If you wish to connect with Lawrence Joss or any of the PA-A community members who have appeared as guests on the podcast:

    Email- familydisappeared@gmail.com

    Linktree: https://linktr.ee/lawrencejoss

    (All links mentioned in the podcast are available in Linktree)

    Please donate to support PAA programs:

    https://www.paypal.com/donate?hosted_button_id=SDLTX8TBSZNXS

    This podcast is made possible by the Family Disappeared Team:
    Anna Johnson- Editor/Contributor/Activist/Co-host
    Glaze Gonzales- Podcast Manager

    Connect with Lawrence Joss:
    Website: https://parentalalienationanonymous.com/
    Email- familydisappeared@gmail.com

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    36 mins
  • “Healing from the Inside Out” - with Inner child Specialist Jen Peters Part 2 - Episode 97
    Jun 9 2025

    In this conversation, Jen Peters and Lawrence Joss explore the complexities of trauma, healing, and the importance of inner child work. They discuss how unresolved trauma affects relationships, the significance of reparenting oneself, and the role of forgiveness in the healing process. The conversation emphasizes the power of personal agency in healing and the impact of individual work on family dynamics. Jen shares practical steps for reconnecting with one's inner child and highlights the importance of community support in the healing journey.

    Key Takeaways

    • Recognizing that others act out of their own unresolved trauma can provide insight into their behavior.
    • Healing is a personal journey that does not require closure from others.
    • Our partners often reflect our own inner child wounds, which can complicate relationships.
    • Understanding our attachment styles can help us navigate relationships more effectively.
    • Reparenting involves becoming the nurturing figure we needed in childhood.
    • Forgiveness is about recognizing that we did the best we could at the time.
    • We have the power to change our lives by addressing our core wounds.
    • Community support is essential for healing and personal growth.
    • Inner child work can lead to profound changes in family dynamics.
    • Healing is an ongoing process that requires patience and self-compassion.

    Chapters

    00:00 - Understanding Trauma and Healing
    05:07 - The Role of Inner Child Work
    09:57 - Attachment Styles and Relationships
    14:47 - Reparenting and Forgiveness
    19:54 - Success Stories in Healing
    24:59 - Resources and Community Support

    Here's the link to the free e-book PDF entitled "Coming Home":

    https://jen-peters.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/Coming_Home_-_The_Path_to_Healing_Your_Inner_Child_-_Digital_version-2.pdf


    Coming Home shares my personal story, including a 14-year narcissistic/codependent marriage, the breakdown of that relationship, and the profound healing journey that followed.

    Beyond my story, Coming Home is a comprehensive guide to trauma healing. It offers step-by-step processes for addressing and healing the 12 primary inner child trauma themes, all using my signature method - the Jen Peters Multidimensional Healing System.


    If you wish to connect with Lawrence Joss or any of the PA-A community members who have appeared as guests on the podcast:

    Email- familydisappeared@gmail.com

    Linktree: https://linktr.ee/lawrencejoss

    (All links mentioned in the podcast are available in Linktree)

    Please donate to support PAA programs:

    https://www.paypal.com/donate?hosted_button_id=SDLTX8TBSZNXS

    This podcast is made possible by the Family Disappeared Team:
    Anna Johnson- Editor/Contributor/Activist/Co-host
    Glaze Gonzales- Podcast Manager

    Connect with Lawrence Joss:
    Website: https://parentalalienationanonymous.com/
    Email- familydisappeared@gmail.com

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    33 mins
  • “Healing from the Inside Out” - with Inner Child Specialist Jen Peters Part 1 - Episode 96
    Jun 2 2025

    In this conversation, Jen Peters, an inner child expert, discusses the significance of inner child work in healing trauma and understanding adult behaviors. The dialogue explores how childhood experiences shape adult relationships, the empowerment found in healing, and the importance of recognizing and addressing deep-seated wounds. The conversation also touches on parental alienation, estrangement, and the role of parents in influencing their children's emotional well-being. Jen emphasizes the need for self-love and reparenting as essential components of the healing journey.

    Key Takeaways

    • Most struggles in adulthood stem from childhood events.
    • Inner child work connects us with parts of ourselves needing support.
    • Healing is an empowerment process, not about blame.
    • Patterns in relationships often reflect childhood wounds.
    • Access points for inner child work include therapy and self-guided practices.
    • Multiple inner children can exist, each carrying different traumas.
    • Healing trauma can lead to emotional detachment from past events.
    • Parental relationships significantly influence children's emotional health.
    • Womb trauma can have lasting effects on individuals.
    • Self-love is crucial for healing and empowerment.

    Chapters

    00:00 - Understanding Inner Child Work
    02:55 - The Impact of Childhood on Adulthood
    05:46 - Empowerment Through Inner Child Healing
    09:04 - Patterns in Relationships and Responsibility
    11:51 - Access Points for Inner Child Work
    15:07 - Exploring Different Stages of Inner Child
    17:56 - Healing Trauma and Emotional Responses
    21:08 - The Role of Parents in Shaping Wounds
    23:54 - Navigating Parental Alienation and Estrangement
    27:00 - The Depth of Womb Trauma
    30:08 - The Spiritual Aspect of Healing
    33:00 - Reparenting and Self-Love

    If you wish to connect with Lawrence Joss or any of the PA-A community members who have appeared as guests on the podcast:

    Email- familydisappeared@gmail.com

    Linktree: https://linktr.ee/lawrencejoss

    (All links mentioned in the podcast are available in Linktree)

    Please donate to support PAA programs:

    https://www.paypal.com/donate?hosted_button_id=SDLTX8TBSZNXS

    This podcast is made possible by the Family Disappeared Team:
    Anna Johnson- Editor/Contributor/Activist/Co-host
    Glaze Gonzales- Podcast Manager

    Connect with Lawrence Joss:
    Website: https://parentalalienationanonymous.com/
    Email- familydisappeared@gmail.com

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    36 mins
  • “Grateful and Grieving”- A panel of alienated parents share their stories Part 2 - Episode 95
    May 26 2025

    In this episode of the Family Disappeared podcast, a panel of parents discusses their experiences with gratitude amidst the challenges of parental alienation. They explore how gratitude can transform pain into joy, the importance of community, and the role of vulnerability in healing. Through personal stories, they illustrate the journey from anger and resentment to a place of appreciation for life's experiences, emphasizing that gratitude can coexist with difficult emotions.

    Key Takeaways

    • Gratitude can emerge from unexpected places.
    • Finding humor in pain can foster connection.
    • Shifting focus from personal suffering to joy in others' lives is transformative.
    • Gratitude is a practice that requires cultivation.
    • Alienation can lead to personal growth and deeper understanding.
    • Being present in life enhances relationships and gratitude.
    • Vulnerability is essential for authentic connections.
    • Pain and suffering can create capacity for gratitude.
    • Gratitude helps in coping with negative emotions.
    • Community support is vital in the journey of healing.

    Chapters

    00:00 - Introduction to Gratitude in Parenting
    03:08 - Finding Humor and Connection in Pain
    05:47 - Shifting Focus: From Pain to Gratitude
    08:52 - The Journey of Gratitude: Personal Stories
    12:09 - Transformative Power of Alienation
    14:46 - Gratitude for Life's Experiences
    18:05 - Navigating Relationships and Gratitude
    20:56 - The Role of Vulnerability in Gratitude
    23:57 - Coping with Anger and Bitterness through Gratitude
    26:49 - Conclusion: Embracing Gratitude in Everyday Life

    If you wish to connect with Lawrence Joss or any of the PA-A community members who have appeared as guests on the podcast:

    Email- familydisappeared@gmail.com

    Linktree: https://linktr.ee/lawrencejoss

    (All links mentioned in the podcast are available in Linktree)

    Please donate to support PAA programs:

    https://www.paypal.com/donate?hosted_button_id=SDLTX8TBSZNXS

    This podcast is made possible by the Family Disappeared Team:
    Anna Johnson- Editor/Contributor/Activist/Co-host
    Glaze Gonzales- Podcast Manager

    Connect with Lawrence Joss:
    Website: https://parentalalienationanonymous.com/
    Email- familydisappeared@gmail.com

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    42 mins