Unfollowing Mum EP34 The Mother wound & challenging the inner critic with Marie Selleck
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Oct 18, 2023 Marie Selleck, a licensed therapist and mother wound coach, joins to discuss the profound effects of the mother wound. She highlights how emotional neglect shapes our inner critic and self-perception. The conversation delves into the complexities of forgiveness, emphasizing that it's not pre-required for healing. Marie outlines the importance of setting boundaries in parent-child dynamics and the need for self-awareness. She encourages reconnecting with one's body and emotions as a path to healing and suggests valuable resources for listeners to explore.
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Impact of Emotional Neglect
- Emotional neglect from mothers often leads to a pervasive feeling of "not good enough".
- This inner critic battles self-esteem and impacts various life areas.
Challenging the Inner Critic
- Challenge your inner critic by asking if its pronouncements are realistic or helpful, based on facts.
- Seek concrete evidence for negative beliefs like "I'm unlovable."
Fear of Invalidating
- The fear of invalidation prevents many from opening up about emotional abuse.
- This fear stems from a lifetime of self-doubt and questioning.