Healing the Mother-Daughter Bond: Jodie Gale's Insights on Trauma and Identity
Healing happens when we learn to love and accept ourselves unconditionally, to keep returning to mother or anyone else, for example, a relationship for acceptance, approval, compassion, kindness or love when mother has proven to be emotionally unavailable will only set you up for more disappointment, and this often deepens the wound.
Picture this: a mother and daughter locked in a dance of love, misunderstanding, and sometimes pain. In this heartfelt episode of 'Soul Sessions', Jodie Gale unpacks the complexities of the mother-daughter relationship. Jodie, a seasoned psychotherapist and trauma expert, dives into how adverse childhood experiences (ACES) and complex trauma shape these bonds and influence our sense of self. From narcissistic to helicopter moms, she explores various mothering styles and their impacts on daughters' self-worth and identity.
Jodie doesn't just highlight the problems; she offers practical tips for both mothers and daughters to mend their relationships. With her unique perspective on 'mothering as a verb', Jodie guides listeners through building an 'internal good enough mother'—a concept aimed at fostering self-compassion and healing. Whether you're a daughter struggling with your relationship or a mother seeking to understand your role better, this episode is packed with insights and actionable advice.
Tune in to discover how to turn a strained bond into a source of strength and love.