Family Estrangement: Should You Repair or Run? Have you... Cut ties with a family member in self-preservation? Had a family member cuts ties with you? Ever considered whether you need to walk away from a toxic family member? Tried to mend a fractured family relationship? If so, you are not even close to alone. One in four adults are estranged from family. We’re talking with Dr. Galit Atlas about why we grieve the loss of a family member even if we know it’s healthiest to cut them out, how to have present, productive conversations with our parents about the past, and what to do and say – and what NOT to say – when attempting to reconnect with an estranged loved one. Join @galit_atlas, @abbywambach, Amanda and me at the link in my bio.