Revealing the Truth Behind My Family Estrangement: Am I Really a Monster?

The author shares their experience of being estranged from their family for years and the emotional impact of discovering their mother's death through an online obituary. The author reflects on the stigma and shame associated with estrangement, the absence of traditional family experiences, and the importance of building a chosen family. They discuss the process of forgiveness and finding healing, ultimately finding closure despite the complicated relationship with their mother.