Author of You Are Not Your Mother: Releasing Generational Trauma & Shame and Difficult Mothers, Adult Daughters: A Guide for Separation, Liberation & Inspiration
trusting after trauma
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If you were raised by a mother with narcissistic tendencies you don't want to miss a free event created by Pi Venus Winslow: Trusting After Trauma, Redefining Life After Narcissistic Abuse. Pi invited me, along with 15 others in the field, to share our expertise on how to trust after that kind of trauma. I will be sharing the ins and outs of creating Intentional Identity, which is foundational for being able to trust yourself more. If you notice yourself not fully trusting people you want to trust; questioning yourself after conversations; feeling anxious, guarded, or overwhelmed in connection; and repeating patterns you thought you already worked through, you will find this event helpful. It can be confusing and even shame-inducing because you’ve done the work and you want to feel safer in the relationships that mean the most to you. Especially if you grew up around narcissistic dynamics…you were never shown what a safe, secure connection actually looks and feels like. This Tuesday, April 7th, that’s exactly what this free online event is here to help you with: Trusting After Trauma – Season 9: Redefining Relationships After Narcissistic Abuse starts Tuesday April 7. We'll be covering topics like:
This is a missing piece for so many adult daughters. Join us. Much, much love, Karen |
Karen C.L. Anderson
Author of You Are Not Your Mother: Releasing Generational Trauma & Shame and Difficult Mothers, Adult Daughters: A Guide for Separation, Liberation & Inspiration
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Question from a reader:My mother and I never had boundaries. I let her control my life up until the day I got sober 10 years ago. Being in recovery, I understand how difficult it is for her to accept the change in me. I also understand that the way she and other family members react to me is on them. Over the years I've helped my mother with health issues. After spending a week with her a month ago I told my brothers I can’t do it any more. For the most part the visit went well. On the last...
Gimme a G! G!! Gimme a U! U!! Gimme an I! I!! Gimme an L! L!! Gimme a T! T!! What's it spell? GUILT! Here's another way to spell it: C O N D I T I O N I N G Next time you feel guilty, ask yourself this: Is it guilt? Or is it conditioning? Did I do something that is out of alignment with MY values? Or Is it conditioning? Much, much Love, Karen The Shame School Community is off to a most excellent start. Join us.