Grieving the Mother You Never Had: The Lifelong Pain of Narcissistic Mothers

Grief doesn’t only show up after a death—it can live with us for a lifetime when we've been shaped by a narcissistic parent. In this episode of Deathly Honest, Kelli Lyles explores the deep, often invisible grief that comes from having a mother who could never truly see, love, or nurture you. She discusses what this kind of loss feels like, how it impacts our sense of self, and what healing might look like when there's no apology or closure. If you’ve ever felt alone in mourning a relationship that others don’t understand, this conversation is for you. Deathly Honest is an invitation to explore the complexities of aging, dying, death and grief. Join Kelli Lyles, grief counselor, gerontologist and certified death midwife, as she gently (and sometimes hilariously) holds space through every experience. Join the Join the Daughters of Narcissistic Mothers Circle: https://kellilyles.com/groups  Visit https://kellilyles.com to learn more about grief guidance with Kelli Lyles. Yoga for Grief is a free video series from Kelli Lyles Grief Guide designed to help your nervous system achieve rest and relaxation. Follow on YouTube: https://youtube.com/@deathlyhonest Follow on Instagram - Kelli Lyles, Grief Guide: https://instagram.com/kellilylesgriefguide Follow on Instagram - Deathly Honest Podcast: https://instagram.com/deathlyhonest