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Naming the Unspoken: A New Parent’s Journey to Healing

In an unprecedented move, Lancaster author and coach Shaffa has unveiled her debut book, The Feeling You Cannot Admit For the Parent Who Cannot Love Freely and the Child Who Grew Up Knowing It, published on July 1, 2026. This groundbreaking work speaks to a deeply resonant yet often unarticulated experience faced by parents: a profound love coupled with unexpressed emotions towards a particular child.

Shaffa’s book not only brings this elusive feeling to light but also provides a language for parents who may have carried this burden in silence for years. The aim is for both parents and their children to name their experiences authentically, devoid of external labels or judgments. The book is tailored for two audiences: the parents managing their inner struggles and the children who intuitively sense an emotional void in their relationships.

To further support this initiative, Shaffa is hosting her inaugural community healing workshop entitled The Tale of The Two-Faced Woman on July 30, 2026, in Lancaster, California. This event is free, offering participation both in-person and virtually, thereby broadening its reach to women across the nation. The workshop is set to feature opening and closing musical performances by Shaffa's own children, reinforcing the personal and familial nature of the healing journey.

“This wound has been running through families for generations because nobody ever named it clearly enough to stop it,” Shaffa shares, emphasizing the significance of her work. She believes the book provides the framework necessary for individuals to finally articulate their experiences and that the workshop is a vital space for women to begin healing.

Shaffa’s motivation stems from her own experiences as a parent and a child who felt a similar emotional gap. Her background as a rejected child has driven her to assist others in articulating their struggles and moving towards restoration. By opening up this dialogue, Shaffa aims to foster intergenerational healing, helping women to tackle and mend emotional rifts that have long lingered within families.

The book is available for purchase in various formats including paperback, hardcover, and ebook on platforms such as Amazon and Barnes & Noble. The Feeling You Cannot Admit is not just a literary work; it serves as a crucial dialogue starter regarding intricate parental dynamics.

Shaffa’s continuous efforts to support women through her initiatives have created a platform where emotional wounds can be confronted openly. Through the combination of her writing and workshops, she is paving the way for parents and children alike to navigate the complexities of love and emotional expression.

If you are a parent grappling with unvoiced feelings or an adult who has felt a void in familial love, Shaffa’s book and workshop may provide the sanctuary and support you’ve been seeking.

To register for the workshop, individuals can visit peacewithshaffa.com for further details on registration and access to the virtual platform. Together, let's acknowledge these feelings that have remained unspoken for too long and embark on the path towards healing and understanding.