Have you ever eaten food that made your stomach sour? There is a good chance there was something toxic to you in that food. Your body knew what to do. Expel it ASAP.

What if that “toxin” comes in the form of abuse, negativity, and criticism? From a mother who sees the world through her needs instead of her dependent child’s.

A toxic mother-daughter relationship is when a daughter becomes an extension of her mother’s needs, rather than an extension that needs care and support to grow as a separate …

Did you know that 32% of adults in the US struggle to form healthy relationships? and at least 25% of children face abuse or neglect. When we are treated poorly, we learn to treat ourselves and others poorly, which manifests into a Mother Wound. In this article, I’m going to help you understand if you have a Mother Wound, how it occurs, who experiences it, what it looks like, and how to overcome it.

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What is a Mother Wound? 

A Moth…

Does your mother need to admit she hurt you before you can heal?

A mother who wants your undivided attention when she speaks to you but silences you when you tell her how your feelings were hurt at school.

A mother who swoons over her neighbor’s daughter’s looks, personality, and popularity and insists you be friends with her so she can “rub off on you.”

A mother who wholeheartedly believes she has your best interest at heart.

Mothers who treat their children:

• Like an object with no feelings: Mak…

For many, the New Year feels like a blank slate—a chance to dream big and start fresh. But if you grew up with a critical mother, setting goals can feel less like inspiration and more like something you must quickly run to your room and hide so you won’t get hurt.

How dare I? What if I fail? Am I worth it? Is this mine to receive?

If you experienced a lot of criticism, judgment, or emotional disconnection during your childhood, you might have internalized messages of inadequacy that still echo…

Have you ever felt that the pain you carry runs deeper than your own experiences? That it stretches back into your family’s history, your mother’s, her mother’s, and even further? If this resonates, you may be feeling the effects of the Mother Wound.

The Mother Wound isn’t just yours—it’s inherited and passed down through generations. You may have felt criticism, abandonment, or even subtle competition, often unknowingly transmitted. Sometimes, it’s easy to overlook—after all, you might thin…

How to be Authentic when a Mother Wound is Present

What is Authenticity?

According to the Merriam-Webster Dictionary, authenticity means “not false, true to one's own personality, spirit, or character, worthy of acceptance based on fact.” In essence, being authentic is about living in alignment with your true self, embracing your emotions, values, and desires, and allowing those aspects of you to be expressed in your interactions and relationships.

What is a Mother Wound?

A Mother Wound can …

A Morning That Changed Everything

Kiley was jolted awake by an unfamiliar sound echoing through the house. Curious and a bit uneasy, the 7-year-old tiptoed downstairs, her heart pounding with each step. What she saw would forever be etched in her memory: her mother, the strong and loving woman she adored, was crumpled on the floor, sobbing uncontrollably. These weren't just tears; it was a heart-wrenching, soul-deep anguish that shook her entire body.

Kiley froze. She had never seen her mother …

When we think of the relationship between a mother and her child, the image of a mother and daughter often comes to mind. But what about sons? This is a crucial question that needs to be addressed, as it directly impacts the psychological well-being of men.

Although the feminine aspect is involved, that does not mean it only affects women. Men just as easily are subject to being wounded by an early maternal presence, usually Mom, as any gender.

I recently watched “Beau is Afraid,” the movie star…

It is Summer!!

My favorite part of summer is the lighter clothing, letting my feet breathe in sandals, summer mocktails (and an occasional cocktail), my annual painting retreat, and outdoor swimming.

What about you?

For many, summer means open schedules, adventures, vacations, hanging out with friends and family, and catching up with yourself.

But what if that's not the case?

• For parents: This could mean spending more time with your kids and less time with yourself.

• If finances are tight: It could fee…