EP55:

Motherhood, Intergenerational Trauma & Breaking the Cycle of Abuse

Today, Amanda redefines the concept of motherhood and shares how, despite having two mothers who didn't treat her like a daughter, she was able to forge her own path in life. Trigger Warning: This episode contains a sensitive story of abuse and neglect. 

  1. A personal story of why Mother’s Day and birthdays are difficult to celebrate

  2. The power of breaking the cycle of intergenerational trauma in motherhood 

  3. Societal expectations on women and the patriarchal, misogynistic view of motherhood 

  4. How parents’ relationships influence their children’s concept of motherhood  

  5. The negative impact of maternal absence and cruelty

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