Refinery29 tackles estrangement, quotes Brothers, Sisters, Strangers
By fern | Brothers, Sisters, Strangers Blog, General, Interviews, Loss, On Writing
"Writer Fern Schumer Chapman, who was estanged from her brother for over 40 years, wrote in her book Brothers, Sisters, Strangers that when siblings cut ties, they’re left in 'a world of secrecy and shame', even if they’ve made the right decision for themselves. The feelings that come with this decision are complex and will vary by person depending on why they’ve chosen to cut ties." https://www.refinery29.com/en-gb/estranged-family-members-relationships
New York Times article features FSC
By fern | blog, Brothers, Sisters, Strangers Blog, General, Interviews
Honored to be featured in this New York Times article!
Oh, Brother (or Sister)!
By fern | Brothers, Sisters, Strangers Blog, General, Interviews, News
New article that captures the essence of sibling relationships and their challenges.
Author now offers one-on-one estrangement coaching
By fern | blog, Brothers, Sisters, Strangers Blog, General, Interviews, Loss, News
I have worked with many clients as they navigate the range of emotions of sibling estrangement – from anger to sadness to rumination. Often, those who are shunned are struggling with ongoing grief, as they mourn the living. I offer private, one-on-one sessions to discuss estrangement, reconciliation, and family relations in general. I draw upon my research for the books I’ve written on this topic, as well as my lived experience ...
Upcoming event: Book Club leader Judy Levin interviews author of Brothers, Sisters, Strangers
By fern | Brothers, Sisters, Strangers Blog, General, Interviews, Reviews/Interviews - "Night or Day"
Click on the link for more information about this virtual event: https://www.crowdcast.io/e/fern-schumer-chapman-2/register
The Curiosity Hour interviews FSC
By fern | Brothers, Sisters, Strangers Blog, Interviews, Loss, On Writing, Trauma
https://soundcloud.com/thecuriosityhourpodcast/s10-e189-fern_schumer_chapman
Therapy for Real Life podcast interviews FSC
By fern | blog, General, Interviews, Trauma
https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/brothers-sisters-strangers-sibling-estrangement-road/id1450323695?i=1000524482277
Join us tonight for the virtual book launch of Brothers, Sisters, Strangers!
By fern | General, Interviews, Loss, News, Trauma
VIRTUAL BOOK LAUNCH Join me this evening at a virtual launch for my new book, 𝘽𝙧𝙤𝙩𝙝𝙚𝙧𝙨, 𝙎𝙞𝙨𝙩𝙚𝙧𝙨, 𝙎𝙩𝙧𝙖𝙣𝙜𝙚𝙧𝙨: 𝙎𝙞𝙗𝙡𝙞𝙣𝙜 𝙀𝙨𝙩𝙧𝙖𝙣𝙜𝙚𝙢𝙚𝙣𝙩 𝙖𝙣𝙙 𝙩𝙝𝙚 𝙍𝙤𝙖𝙙 𝙩𝙤 𝙍𝙚𝙘𝙤𝙣𝙘𝙞𝙡𝙞𝙖𝙩𝙞𝙤𝙣, hosted by Barbara's Bookstore. Dr. Ramani, a YouTube sensation and expert in toxic relationships, will interview me today 6 to 7 pm (CDT). We will discuss my decades-long estrangement from my only brother and the peace he and I have experienced as a result of ...
Rick Kogan interviews FSC and designer Tom Greensfelder on “After Hours” WGN- Radio 720
By fern | Interviews
https://wgnradio.com/2018/06/25/after-hours-with-rick-kogan-musicians-and-more-from-the-new-allstate-skyline-studios/