In today's episode, we answer the difficult question of how to broach the subject of improving your relationship with your mother or daughter (or even son in this case!). How do you get the conversation started? How do you say to someone, "I'm feeling tension in our relationship, and that is something I'd like to… Continue reading It Starts With You
Let’s Travel, Baby!
Our Favorite Tool in the Toolbox. We often talk about how there are all sort of ''tools'' in your toolbox to help you on your growth journeys - the ones you are taking individually, but especially the one you are taking together. So, what tool gives you opportunities to practice healthy communication skills, spend quality… Continue reading Let’s Travel, Baby!
Let It Go!
Expectations Part 3 Today we circle back to the expectations conversation to bring everything together and wrap it up! When it comes to expectations, there is SO much involved (as you can tell by the fact that it took us 3 episodes to get through everything!). After you are able to recognize and vocalize your… Continue reading Let It Go!
We’re Different!
And That's Okay. What do sci-fi, anime, yoga, and Harry Potter have to do with the Mother-Daughter relationship? In some cases....nothing at all! In our case, though, A LOT! In today's somewhat 'lighter' episode, we discuss the importance of having an open mind and an open heart. Having a deep and connected relationship takes a… Continue reading We’re Different!
Expectations Part 2
Perceived Expectations We continue the expectations discussion with a look at how your beliefs, perceptions, and expectations are all interwoven. When something as powerful as beliefs are at play, things can get heated and tricky really quickly. That makes it all the more important to understand the connection between your beliefs and what you expect… Continue reading Expectations Part 2
Expectations Part 1
The Role They Play What exactly are expectations? Good or bad, realistic or unrealistic, expectations play a huge part in any relationship - never mind one as emotionally charged as the one between a daughter and a mother. There is so much to discuss with this subject, so today we will just be scratching the… Continue reading Expectations Part 1
What Makes this Relationship SO Complex? Naming All the Things
Ever find yourself wondering, "Why is this so hard?" If so, you are certainly not alone. The mother-daughter relationship is one that is inherently complex and filled with many obstacles to overcome. Step one? Naming all the things. The 'Things' we will be briefly touching upon today: 1.) Guilt 2.) External Pressures - Societal and… Continue reading What Makes this Relationship SO Complex? Naming All the Things
Where the Journey Begins
Welcome to the first episode of “The Mother Daughter Journey”. Today, we will introduce ourselves and dive into why we are here! We will break down the walls right from the start and share our story with you. Tune in to learn more about where our journey began, and how we are going to help… Continue reading Where the Journey Begins
