How Prince Harry's Memoir Reduces the Stigma of Sibling Estrangement
Brothers, Sisters, Strangers: A Podcast on Sibling Estrangem... por Ali-John Chaudhary, Psychotherapist and Fern Schumer Chapman, Author
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Harry’s tell-all memoir, Spare, is not only breaking sales records; it’s also blowing the lid off of the stigma of sibling estrangement. In his book, Harry reveals the difficulties he has had with his brother, William, and how the relationship eventually devolved into a complete estrangement. Few are willing to admit they have no relationship with their own brother or sister, as friends and family are judgmental; many blame the estranged siblings who choose to protect themselves by cutting off family members. But in this book, Harry finds the courage to take on the stigma and defend his choice to cut off. Harry’s story reminds us that sibling estrangement cuts across all classes and cultures, and sometimes we must take drastic measures to ensure our safety and survival. This episode explores Harry’s desperate family situation and what it would ta ...