S2, Ep. 2: Megan Margherio on healing from a bad mother

This week we return to our roots with a discussion of maternal estrangement, with Megan Margherio.Megan is an author and trauma-informed embodiment coach. Her work is shaped by both lived experience—childhood trauma, estrangement, and complex PTSD—and deep study in nervous system repair and somatic healing. Her debut memoir, Everwoven: A Memoir. A Reckoning., is a raw, lyrical journey through estrangement, emotional survival, and the long, slow return to self.Megan’s story is harrowing, but her self-awareness and strength is truly an inspiration and I hope this conversation is helpful to others in similar situations.Please be aware that we discuss sexual and physical abuse.Save the DateFinally, a reminder that our very first Estrangement Book Club meeting is December 4, and we’re talking about Jennette McCurdy’s memoir, I’m Glad My Mom Died. You can register to join us here: This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit monicacardenas.substack.com/subscribe