Lost in Motherhood? Processing Mom Grief & Reconnecting with Ourselves | Episode 8

Can great joy come with a deep sense of loss?    In this episode, we begin the conversation around processing grief and loss in motherhood.  The transition into motherhood comes with hidden grief; mom grief.  This kind of grief comes from losing touch with one’s old self, making motherhood difficult and playing a huge role in motherhood psychology and mental health.  But this is something that remains hidden due to the mom guilt and shame that comes with admitting this loss - as though it negates the happiness - as though it negates a mother’s absolute love. So, what happens when we feel loss but are shamed into ignoring it away? Does it go away? Today we talk about processing grief and loss in motherhood and I give you the first steps to reconnect with yourself through a (a) self-reflection journal prompts and  (b) a 30-day self-connection calendar,  both of which I have made sure to include in this description to make the process easier for you. What do you say? Are you ready?    #momguilt #matrescence #realmotherhood #honestmom #motherhoodunplugged    Find the full transcript HERE. ***Resources mentioned in the episode   RECONNECT to Yourself! Go to markellakaplani.com/selfconnectcalendar so that you can get this gentle guide that will help you nurture your relationship with yourself every day with a tiny action that respects your busy schedule and your mental load!! Journaling Prompt Questions Write down the aspects of your old self or life that you miss. Be honest and as specific as you can.  Reflect on what these moments that you miss meant to you and why you cherish them. Allow yourself then to feel the emotions that come up as you write.  Think about how these losses have changed you. What have you gained from becoming a mother and what do you still struggle with? Pay attention to where you feel stuck or unresolved as you do this. Which areas call for more time and for more work?  — Get on the waitlist for the 8-Week Motherhood Identity Intensive (and get a chance to win a FREE spot!!!) https://markellakaplani.com/identityintensivewaitlist — Liking this?  Please SHARE with a friend (or more!) and leave me a REVIEW on Apple Podcasts; I appreciate it more than I can express in words! --- LET'S TAKE OUR RELATIONSHIP TO THE NEXT LEVEL 😉 - Find me on Instagram: @markella.kaplani - Download the Self-Connect Calendar HERE. - Join our community on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/parenthoodandrelationship/ - Visit my website for resources, quizzes, articles, and more: markellakaplani.com/ - E-mail me: [email protected] — Markella Kaplani, M.A. Clinical-Counseling Psychologist Parenthood & Relationship Coach Matrescence Coach, Facilitator, & Activist www.markellakaplani.com