Christine Brown from Sister Wives believed her family could thrive after her departure, but now realizes they are all fractured.

The upcoming episode of ‘Sister Wives’ will see Christine expressing her belief that her entire family is capable of being mature and adult in handling the upcoming phase. This exclusive preview is provided by PEOPLE.

Sister Wives' Christine Brown 'Naively' Thought Family Could Be Functional After Her Exit: We're 'Broken'

In a preview of the upcoming episode of ‘Sister Wives’, Christine Brown reflects on the impact her decision to leave her polygamous arrangement with Kody Brown had on their family. Meri Brown discusses how many of the kids gravitated towards Christine after she left, making it clear that Christine’s departure shook things up in the family. Christine admits that she thought they could all still get together for holidays and family functions even after her departure, but now realizes that it may not be possible. She feels that there are too many broken things now, and they’re just not a family anymore.

Sister Wives' Christine Brown 'Naively' Thought Family Could Be Functional After Her Exit: We're 'Broken'

On the show ‘Sister Wives’, Kody Brown admits that nobody can be held solely responsible for the dysfunction in their family, as everyone has been resistant to change in the right way to make the family function properly. He feels that too many lines have been crossed, and he has given more than he has to give. Meri still sees value in the big-picture family, although she wishes that they could all get along better. However, she is not sure if it’s possible or if everyone is interested. The constant conflict is taking a toll on Robyn, who is struggling to understand why their family has fallen apart.

Sister Wives' Christine Brown 'Naively' Thought Family Could Be Functional After Her Exit: We're 'Broken'

In a certain episode of ‘Sister Wives’ on TLC, there was a heartwarming moment when Meri Brown and Robyn Brown hugged each other.

Sister Wives' Christine Brown 'Naively' Thought Family Could Be Functional After Her Exit: We're 'Broken'

On an episode of the popular reality show ‘Sister Wives’ on TLC, viewers witnessed Meri Brown and Robyn Brown sharing a warm embrace.