#2: The Mother Wound: Name It, Understand It, Heal It

Episode 2: The Mother Wound — Naming, Understanding & Healing It For so many women, the mother wound is something carried quietly but rarely named out loud. It doesn’t mean you don’t love your mom. It doesn’t mean she didn’t try. It means that somewhere along the way, certain needs went unmet—and those tender places can still echo in how you show up today with your mom, your daughter, or even yourself. In this episode of Closer to You, we’ll explore: What the mother wound actually is (and isn’t). Why siblings can have completely different experiences of the “same” parent. How your nervous system holds on to old hurts—and why you might feel like a little girl again around your mom. Gentle, body-based steps to begin shifting from ache to healing. We’ll also reflect on Dr. Gabor Maté’s words: “No two children have the same parents.” When you understand how true this is, you can release some of the blame and begin moving toward compassion—for yourself and maybe even for her. If you’ve ever thought, “Why does she still trigger me?” or “Why do I feel invisible around her?”—this episode will help you name it, tend to it, and take the first steps toward healing. ✨ Plus, I’ll share journal prompts to guide you as you reflect on where old wounds still linger and how to bring yourself the compassion you’ve always needed. Resources & Links Free Guide: 3-Step Nervous System Reset  Work with Steph: Book your Relationship Renewal Call at stephchaffee.com