Learn to set boundaries with a toxic parent, heal your inner child, and bring confidence into a new—healthier—version of parenting.

Cycle Breakers is a personal yet relatable journey of self-discovery, healing, and growth. Part memoir and part manual, popular UK empowerment coach Harriet Shearsmith dives into the complexities of parent-child relationships, revealing how to safely and effectively challenge emotionally immature parents, redefine your identity, and create a new narrative for yourself and your family. Here, Shearsmith beautifully melds psychological insight with practical tools for how to navigate estrangement and dysfunctional family dynamics in a digital age where protecting your peace is harder than ever. Inside you will find:
Relatable insights: Through candid storytelling, the author shares how to navigate complicated dynamics and transcend painful family history.
Actionable guidance: Includes exercises and reflections to help you recognize unhealthy patterns and build a life aligned with your values.
Empowering strategies: Learn practical tools to set boundaries, foster self-worth, and cultivate healthier relationships.
A hopeful future: Discover how to let go of guilt, embrace self-compassion, and move forward with confidence into your own journey of parenting.