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Broken Chains: Forgotten Love in the Elder Community
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February 7, 2026
This book hit way too close to home.
Through the shared lived experiences of individuals who have navigated the long-term consequences of adult enablement, parental alienation, and unresolved family trauma, the book shows us how easy it is to make mistakes, even with the best intentions.
I think it's impossible to finish this book without reflecting on the mistakes we've made or are making without realizing it. We often think we're protecting our children by doing everything for them when, in reality, we're unknowingly ruining their ability to become independent, responsible adults.
The book focuses particularly on the care of the elderly and how they are often seen as a burden by their children and grandchildren. If the elderly suffer from degenerative diseases such as Alzheimer's—as I experienced with my grandmother—everything becomes even more complicated. The book contains many insights: from life experiences to cases drawn from Adult Protective Services reports, publicly documented incidents, and criminal proceedings. It really hits home.
After reading these pages, I admire those who dedicate themselves to caring for the elderly even more: you are angels and perhaps you don't even know it.
I would recommend this book to anyone who has ever experienced dysfunction within their family. I know you will find comfort and enlightenment in Simmer Breeze's words.
Through the shared lived experiences of individuals who have navigated the long-term consequences of adult enablement, parental alienation, and unresolved family trauma, the book shows us how easy it is to make mistakes, even with the best intentions.
I think it's impossible to finish this book without reflecting on the mistakes we've made or are making without realizing it. We often think we're protecting our children by doing everything for them when, in reality, we're unknowingly ruining their ability to become independent, responsible adults.
The book focuses particularly on the care of the elderly and how they are often seen as a burden by their children and grandchildren. If the elderly suffer from degenerative diseases such as Alzheimer's—as I experienced with my grandmother—everything becomes even more complicated. The book contains many insights: from life experiences to cases drawn from Adult Protective Services reports, publicly documented incidents, and criminal proceedings. It really hits home.
After reading these pages, I admire those who dedicate themselves to caring for the elderly even more: you are angels and perhaps you don't even know it.
I would recommend this book to anyone who has ever experienced dysfunction within their family. I know you will find comfort and enlightenment in Simmer Breeze's words.
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