Today, we’re talking about the impact of growing up with a narcissistic or emotionally limited mother, particularly around the expectations that were set for you — expectations that often left you feeling like you were never enough or constantly falling short.

If you've been holding yourself to standards that don't belong to you, this episode will help you recognize and release those old beliefs. I’ll walk you through how to begin letting go of the pressure of living up to your mother’s expectations and the path to reclaiming your own voice and your own values.

• Learn how to recognize when you are still operating under those old standards.

• Begin to trust your own needs, desires, and choices — without the weight of "shoulds" or guilt.

• Explore actionable steps to let go of perfectionism and reclaim your true self.

Mentioned in This Episode:

• Bring it to Group – Join a weekly peer support group for daughters of narcissistic or emotionally limited mothers.

• Join the waitlist for our Mayhem Online Community.

• Simple Scripts for Saying Hard Things

In this episode, we explore the deep impact of covert narcissism and enmeshment on our sense of self-worth, boundaries, and relationships.

If you've ever felt unworthy, insecure, or lost in roles that don’t feel like your own, this conversation is for you. We dive into how these toxic dynamics can blur boundaries and disconnect us from our authentic selves, and how to begin reclaiming your worth.

Learn how to set healthy boundaries, heal from emotional manipulation, and trust yourself again.

Topics covered:

• Covert narcissism and enmeshment explained

• How these dynamics affect your self-worth and boundaries

• Practical steps to reclaim your true self

• Healing from trauma and finding self-empowerment

Resources mentioned:

• Who Am I After Trauma Journaling Prompts

• Bring it To Group: Join Tuesday Group

• Simple Scripts for Saying Hard Things

This episode is designed for daughters who are healing from narcissistic abuse, and I’m also inviting the loved ones of daughters to listen in, so you can better understand the struggles your loved one is facing and how to offer compassionate, effective support.

In this episode, I’m diving deep into the healing journey for daughters of narcissistic mothers—while also addressing the unique challenges faced by the people who love and support them.

Whether you’re a daughter navigating the complexities of healing or a supporter trying to understand how to show up in a way that truly helps, this episode is for you. I’ll be talking about how loved ones can show up with compassion and empathy, while still taking care of their own emotional needs.

Key topics include:

• Understanding narcissistic abuse and its long-lasting effects on daughters

• How supporters can offer meaningful support without enabling

• Why self-care and boundaries are crucial for both daughters and their supporters

• Practical tips for navigating tough conversations between daughters and their supporters

Whether you’re a daughter currently on your healing journey, or a loved one wanting to understand how best to be there for her, this episode offers insights, strategies, and encouragement to help both sides.

Bring it To Group: Tuesday Group for Daughters

Get my Two Cents: Mayhem Consultation

Also mentioned: Simple Scripts for Saying Hard Things