Resources & Links:Read the companion blog post:7 Simple Ways to Overcome Being the Scapegoat in Family Systems                                         One Minute Read, One Life Lesson NewsletterEvery Monday, you’ll get simple, practical ways to start applying these life lessons in your everyday life. Each one is created to inspire growth and strengthen your relationship with yourself and others.👉 Join hereIf you were always blamed, excluded, or misunderstood at home, school or work, this episode will show you why and how to break free from being the family scapegoat.What You Will Learn:✅ Why families choose a scapegoat ✅ How to recognize the signs ✅ 7 Ways to break free Follow Gramma Kate: InstagramFacebookHelping Kids Shine: Books to Help Kids Understand & Express

How to Understand the Silent Treatment and Strengthen Your RelationshipsIn today's episode, you will Learn to recognize the silent treatment for what it really is—passive-aggressive behaviour rooted in fear and control. Discover practical life lessons to protect your inner peace, set healthy boundaries, and strengthen your relationships through awareness, honesty, and emotional safety.7 Life Lessons to Understand the Silent Treatment and Strengthen Your Relationships1. You can’t fix what you won’t face.Avoiding conflict doesn’t create peace—it creates distance. Naming the problem honestly is the first step toward rebuilding trust and connection.2. Silence isn’t peace — it’s control.The silent treatment is about power, not harmony. True peace comes from healthy dialogue, not avoidance.3. Confusion is a cue.If you feel uneasy or uncertain after an interaction, pay attention because your body is signalling that someone’s words and acti