Paul Gilmartin
Paul Gilmartin
#302 Behind The Good Girl Mask
#302 Behind The Good Girl Mask
#302 Behind The Good Girl Mask
Friday 4th November 2016
Yohana reveals her journey of growing up with a narcissistic mother and dealing with numerous personal struggles on 'Mental Illness Happy Hour'.
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Get the buttons here!Yohana's Hidden Struggles: Growing Up with a Narcissistic Mother
It hurts my heart that I will never be able to connect with my mom.
Yohana's story is a powerful testament to the resilience of the human spirit. At just 25, she has already faced more than many do in a lifetime. In this episode of 'Mental Illness Happy Hour', host Paul Gilmartin invites Yohana to share her experiences growing up as the daughter of East African war refugees in Oakland, California.
Her childhood was anything but ordinary, marked by a mother who hugged her only once and siblings with physical disabilities whom her mother was ashamed of. Yohana wore the 'good girl' mask to survive, suppressing her rage and emotions to placate her narcissistic mother and fit into a community with rigid ideas about what it means to be an 'authentic African-American'. She also grapples with a learning disability, body shame, emotional eating, anxiety, and depression.
Yohana's candid conversation with Paul sheds light on the complexities of cultural identity and the immense pressure to conform. She opens up about the painful journey of hiding her true self and the toll it took on her mental health. But this episode isn't just about the struggles; it's also about the strength to overcome them. Yohana shares how she's gradually taking control of her life, moving towards healing and self-acceptance.
If you're looking for a story that blends raw honesty with a glimmer of hope, this episode is a must-listen.