The Journey of Unfollowing Mum and Healing from Toxic Family Dynamics

The podcast episode features a conversation with Abby, the host of the podcast 'You, The Mother,' discussing her journey of estrangement from her mother and the importance of community in the healing process. Abby shares how the lack of online support during her early motherhood led her to create a platform for moms to connect and discuss the highs and lows of motherhood. The conversation delves into the grief and bereavement experienced when cutting ties with a toxic family member and the misconception that forgiveness is necessary for healing. Abby emphasizes the significance of self-compassion and accountability as a parent by modeling healthy behaviors and owning up to mistakes, breaking the cycle of toxic patterns.