Mother Daughter Relationship Show

Brittney Scott
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Are you tired of trying to get your mom to understand your pain and apologize, just to be left feeling worse than when you started? I get it! What if I told you that you could heal your mother wound and your inner child, even if your mom wont take any accountability for her behavior or your childhood? Let's be real, it takes a self aware mother to acknowledge hurt done to her daughter. You’re healing should not rely on her being self aware. Welcome to the Mother Daughter Relationship Show, the go to podcast for mother daughter relationships, mother wound healing, eldest daughters, and women learning to mother when they weren’t mothered. I’m your host, Brittney Scott - mother daughter therapist and coach, the eldest daughter and mom to a daughter, book nerd, scripted show over reality show person. I understand the position of the eldest daughter and I know what healthy relationships look and feel like. I’ve worked with women like you who want better relationships and want to stop the pain and frustration from their mother daughter relationship. This podcast will answer questions such as: *What is a mother wound? *How do I heal my mother wound? *How do I reconnect with my mother? *How do I fix my broken relationships? *How do I become a good mom when I don't have an example of one? *What is my inner child? *What is generational trauma? Tune in to learn about generational trauma, mother wounds, inner child healing, and exploring how these experiences influence adult connections, friendships, and self-identity. Ready to find your voice, understand your needs, and heal your mother wound? Hit play on the latest episode and lets get started.

  1. 4D AGO

    I Don't Have a Mother Wound, But I Help Women Heal Theirs: My Story [Ep. 59]

    My Story - How I Became a Mother-Daughter Therapist (And Why I Almost Didn't Share This) In this vulnerable episode, I share something I've kept hidden for years: I don't do mother-daughter work because I have a painful mother-daughter relationship. From wanting to be a doctor at Johns Hopkins to falling into clinical psychology almost by accident, I walk you through my unexpected journey into this field. I reveal how working with teen girls led me to discover that mom was always at the center of their struggles - and how frustrating it was to reach that point with clients but not know what to do next. Most importantly, I explain why I've been afraid to share that I have a good relationship with my mom, my belief that this work isn't about centering my story, and how understanding attachment and intergenerational trauma became my framework for helping mothers and daughters heal, reconnect, or break cycles. With this episode you'll be able to: Understand that therapists don't need personal pain to do meaningful healing workSee how clinical psychology can integrate science, people, and art into one fieldRecognize that all behavior makes sense when you understand the context and root causesLearn why mom is often at the center of struggles for teen girls and young womenDiscover how intergenerational trauma gets passed down through maternal lineagesAccept that healing work can come from genuine belief in the relationship's importance, not personal woundsKnow that this space welcomes all mother-daughter stories without centering my own Don't forget to check out the resources mentioned: the Boundaries Guide, 7-Day Inner Child Healing Challenge, and Break the Cycle Workbook - all designed to help you heal and reconnect! Mentioned resources: Free Boundaries Guide for setting limits with your mom7-Day Inner Child Healing Email ChallengeBreak the Cycle Workbook (paid resource)Private one-on-one sessions and group healing programsResource library with free and paid products Connect with Brittney: Instagram: @theBrittneyScottWebsite: www.brittneymscott.comConsultation to work with BrittneyFree Resources Help me reach more mothers and daughters by following the show & leaving a rating or review on Apple & Spotify! Keyword tags: therapist story, mother daughter therapist, clinical psychology, teen girls, root work, attachment theory, intergenerational trauma, Brittney Scott, cycle breaking, healing framework, therapist journey, maternal lineage

    19 min

  2. MAR 6

    Grieving a Mother Who Was There, But Not There: Erin Gorrie's Story [Ep. 58]

    Grieving a Mother Who's Still Alive - Erin Gorrie's Story of Loss, Healing, and Finding Joy In this heartfelt interview, I sit down with Erin Gorrie, author of "We Have So Much In Common" and founder of Muskoka Puppy Yoga, to explore a type of grief many people don't recognize: losing your mother while she's still physically present. Erin shares how her mom's multiple sclerosis diagnosis at age 10 began a lifelong grieving process as the disease slowly took her mother's emotional presence away. From feeling invisible as a child to recognizing patterns of seeking approval throughout adulthood, Erin's story reveals how even unintentional neglect creates mother wounds. She also discusses how writing her memoir helped her trace everything back to that childhood loss, her experience with delayed grief after both her mother and sister passed, and the surprising healing she found through puppy yoga - which led her to create a wellness business helping others find joy again. With this episode you'll be able to: Understand that mother wounds don't require intentional abuse - absence of emotional support is enoughRecognize the validity of grieving a parent who's still alive but emotionally absentSee how delayed grief can compound when you don't allow yourself to process loss in real timeLearn about the therapeutic power of dictating your story instead of writing itDiscover how animal-assisted therapy and co-regulation can restore joy after years of griefAccept that your mother wound experience doesn't need to meet anyone else's standard of "enough"Find hope that difficult experiences can position you to help others in meaningful ways Connect with Brittney: Instagram: @theBrittneyScottWebsite: www.brittneymscott.comConsultation to work with BrittneyFree Resources Connect with Erin: Instagram: @egorrie Don't forget to check out Erin's book "We Have So Much In Common" available on Amazon, Barnes & Noble, Indigo, Waterstones, and bookshop.org - her honest storytelling gives permission for others to acknowledge their own hidden pain! Mentioned resources: "We Have So Much In Common" by Erin Gorrie (memoir)Muskoka Puppy Yoga (animal-assisted wellness)Voice dictation method for therapeutic writingVarious therapy modalities including talk therapy and psychedelic therapy Help me reach more mothers and daughters by following the show & leaving a rating or review on Apple & Spotify! Keyword tags: grief, mother wound, chronic illness, multiple sclerosis, delayed grief, emotional absence, puppy yoga, animal therapy, co-regulation, Brittney Scott, Erin Gorrie, memoir, joy, healing modalities

    51 min

  3. FEB 27

    Your Mom Creates Drama in Public: How to Handle Mother-Daughter Conflict in Front of Others [Ep. 57]

    When Your Mother Creates Conflict in Public: Why It's Different and What to Do In this episode, I address the heartbreaking reality of mothers who create conflict, criticism, or drama in front of others—turning what should be joyful celebrations into displays of their need for attention and control. I open with a devastating wedding story where a mother made her living daughter's special day about herself by constantly bringing up her deceased daughter, exposing how public conflict carries shame, embarrassment, and exposure that private conflict doesn't. I break down four common scenarios: centering herself at your celebrations, criticizing you in front of your partner or friends, sharing your private information without permission, and undermining you in front of your children. The most important strategy when public conflict happens? Don't engage. I explain why silence is actually your power, how staying calm removes her fuel, and when you should simply leave. I also address the aftermath—dealing with witnesses, setting boundaries around social media (just block her), and accepting that repeated public humiliation fast-tracks estrangement. Your wellbeing matters more than keeping the peace or making others comfortable, and you don't have to keep showing up to places where you're being mistreated. With this episode you'll be able to: Understand why public conflict is more damaging than private conflict—it exposes your pain and dysfunction for others to witnessRecognize the four common scenarios: hijacking celebrations, criticizing in front of others, sharing private info, and undermining your parentingPractice the most powerful strategy when conflict happens: don't engage, stay silent, and remove yourself if possibleReassert your authority with your children when your mother undermines you by taking them aside and calmly reaffirming your rulesSet social media boundaries by blocking your mother if she violates your privacy or airs grievances onlineAccept that repeated public humiliation ruins trust and safety, and you have valid options including limiting contact or not attending events Don't forget you can submit your questions about mother-daughter relationships for me to answer in upcoming episodes! > Mentioned resources: Break the Cycle: Healing Painful Mother-Daughter Dynamics workbookAvailable at breakthecycle.brittneymscott.com ($37, instant download) Connect with Brittney: Instagram: @theBrittneyScottWebsite: www.brittneymscott.comConsultation to work with BrittneyFree Resources Help me reach more mothers and daughters by following the show & leaving a rating or review on Apple & Spotify! Keyword tags: Public conflict, mother-daughter conflict, public humiliation, boundary violations, don't engage strategy, family gatherings, celebration hijacking, undermining parenting, social media boundaries, estrangement fast-track, protecting yourself, family event anxiety, public criticism, anticipatory anxiety, witnessing dysfunction

    31 min

  4. FEB 20

    When Mental Illness Broke Our Bond: A Mother-Daughter Reconnection Story [Ep. 56]

    Reconnection and Loss: Genifer's Story of Mental Illness, Repair, and Saying Goodbye In this interview, I sit down with Genifer Salandy, school psychologist and founder of Rooted Joy Wellness, who shares her deeply personal story of estrangement, brief reconnection, and ultimate loss. From being parentified as a child by a mother struggling with undiagnosed bipolar disorder to navigating a crisis during the pandemic that led to complete estrangement, Genifer's story reveals the complexity of loving someone with serious mental illness. She walks us through the six-week period of harassment and social media attacks, her difficult decision to have her mother hospitalized, and the unexpected phone call that her mother was actively dying just as they were rebuilding their relationship. This isn't a traditional repair story - it's about honoring the ending you get, choosing love even when time is short, and recognizing your parent as fully human. With this episode you'll be able to: Understand how undiagnosed mental illness can create cycles of good and difficult periods in childhoodRecognize the signs of parentification and how it shows up in adult caretaking patternsNavigate the impossible decision of calling authorities when a parent is in crisisSet boundaries during reconnection to protect yourself while remaining openHonor a complicated ending and find peace in the love that was presentSee your parent as a complete person beyond their role as your motherAccept that not all repair stories end with years of healthy relationship Connect with Brittney: Instagram: @theBrittneyScottWebsite: www.brittneymscott.comConsultation to work with BrittneyFree Resources Don't forget Genifer's wisdom: see your parent as the women they are, not just as your parent. We all fall short and sometimes honoring what you did have matters more than grieving what you didn't get. Mentioned resources: Adult protective services and mental health crisis navigationPalliative care and end-of-life decision-makingSupport for managing aging parents' healthcare from a distanceGrief resources for losing multiple parent figures quickly Help me reach more mothers and daughters by following the show & leaving a rating or review on Apple & Spotify! Keyword tags: mental illness, bipolar disorder, estrangement, reconnection, grief, parentification, palliative care, Brittney Scott, Jennifer Soland, complicated endings, mother daughter repair, caregiver stress, honoring loss, forgiveness

    48 min

  5. FEB 13

    Why Your Boundary Phrases Are Making Your Mom More Defensive [Ep. 55]

    Why Popular Boundary Phrases Backfire With Your Mom (And What Actually Works) In this episode, I tackle the viral Instagram advice telling daughters exactly what to say to their "dysfunctional moms" when boundaries get challenged. Phrases like "I am not a child anymore and you don't get to control me with guilt" or "Your disappointment is not my responsibility to carry." The problem is these phrases might feel empowering, but they're guaranteed to put your mother on the defense, escalate conflict, and keep you trapped in the same exhausting cycle of arguments you're trying to escape. If your goal is estrangement, say whatever you want. But if you're trying to maintain even a small relationship with your mom while setting healthy boundaries, these attacking phrases won't get your needs met. I explain why popular boundary advice often backfires by creating defensiveness rather than understanding, and offer alternative phrasing that centers your emotions and needs without attacking your mother. I also break down the three valid lanes of mother wound healing: estrangement when necessary, limited relationship with strong boundaries, or full repair with accountability, and why your communication strategy should match the lane you're choosing. With this episode you'll be able to: Recognize why a phrase like "Your disappointment isn't my responsibility" escalates conflict instead of enforcing boundariesUnderstand that popular boundary advice often uplifts daughters but does nothing to create balanced, healthier relationshipsLearn alternative phrasing that centers your emotions and needs: "This is what I need for us to have a relationship" instead of attacking statementsIdentify which of the three valid healing lanes you're in: estrangement, limited relationship with boundaries, or full repair with accountabilityStop going in circles with the same arguments by using language that makes it harder for your mom to feel attackedAccept that wanting a relationship with your mom requires different communication than if estrangement is your goal Connect with Brittney: Instagram: @theBrittneyScottWebsite: www.brittneymscott.comConsultation to work with BrittneyFree Resources Don't forget you can submit your questions about mother-daughter relationships for me to answer in future episodes! Help me reach more mothers and daughters by following the show & leaving a rating or review on Apple & Spotify! Keyword tags: Boundary setting, mother-daughter communication, enforcing boundaries, popular boundary advice, defensive communication, conflict escalation, boundary phrases, effective boundaries, three lanes of healing, estrangement alternatives, maintaining relationships, communication strategies, mother-daughter conflict, non-defensive language, emotional centering

    13 min

  6. FEB 6

    Stop Waiting for Your Mom to Change [Ep. 54]

    Understanding the Mother Wound and How to Heal Without Your Mom In this episode, I break down what a mother wound actually is and provide a roadmap for healing without waiting for your mom to change, apologize, or acknowledge what happened. From understanding that mother wounds stem from attachment trauma and missing emotional support to recognizing that waiting for her to change is keeping you stuck, I guide you through concrete steps for reclaiming your healing journey. You'll learn why comparing your trauma to others' is holding you back, how to reconnect with your inner child at specific ages, and the importance of defining what you actually need across different areas of your life. I also address the three lanes of healing: reconnecting with your mom, going no contact, or staying in relationship with strong boundaries, and how to choose the right path for you. With this episode you'll be able to: Stop comparing your pain to others' and validate your own experienceWrite a letter to your younger self at a specific age to begin inner child healingIdentify what you need in friendships, romantic relationships, career, and daily lifeUnderstand why "doing the opposite" of your mom isn't enough for intentional parentingCreate and enforce healthy boundaries that allow for genuine connectionChoose between three healing lanes based on your specific situation and needsBreak generational patterns by reclaiming your authentic self and developing self-trust Don't forget to subscribe to the YouTube channel if you want to see more content and watch video versions of the podcast episodes! Connect with Brittney: Instagram: @theBrittneyScottWebsite: www.brittneymscott.comConsultation to work with BrittneyFree Resources Mentioned resources: Break the Cycle workbook for mapping generational patternsInner child healing exercises and letter writingBoundary-setting guidance for different relationship contextsYouTube channel for additional content and video episodes Help me reach more mothers and daughters by following the show & leaving a rating or review on Apple & Spotify! Keyword tags: mother wound healing, healing without mom, attachment trauma, inner child work, generational patterns, boundary setting, self trust, Brittney Scott, emotional support, three lanes of healing, no contact, reconnection, intentional parenting

    16 min

  7. JAN 30

    How to Stop Your Mother Wound from Becoming Your Daughter's [Ep 53]

    How to Prevent Your Mother Wound from Becoming Your Daughter's In this episode, I explore how mother wounds get passed down through generations - not because you're a bad mother, but because patterns repeat until they're consciously broken. From the opening story of a mother who overcorrected her childhood invisibility by making her daughter's achievements into performances, I explain how emotional inheritance works through both repetition (doing exactly what your mother did) and overcorrection (swinging completely the opposite way). You'll learn to recognize when you're parenting from your own wound instead of responding to your daughter's actual needs, discover critical questions like "Is this because I didn't get it or because my daughter needs it?", and understand that awareness alone won't break cycles, behavior change is also required. I share why repair is always possible and what daughters actually want from their mothers: acknowledgement, not perfection. With this episode you'll be able to: Recognize the difference between parenting your daughter versus parenting yourself through herIdentify whether you're repeating patterns or overcorrecting from your childhoodAsk yourself critical questions before making parenting decisions based on fearUnderstand that connection must come before correction in preventing mother woundsLearn the five components of genuine repair conversations with your daughterKnow that mistakes don't create wounds (denial and dismissal do).Accept that perfection isn't required, but acknowledgement and behavior change are Don't forget that it's never too late to repair as long as your daughter is willing to engage. The mother who prevents wounds is the one who acknowledges mistakes, apologizes, and changes behavior. Mentioned resources: Individual therapy for mothers struggling to change patternsRepair conversation frameworks with specific componentsQuestions for getting to know your daughter at each life stageSupport for mothers working through their own healing Help me reach more mothers and daughters by following the show & leaving a rating or review on Apple & Spotify! Keyword tags: generational trauma, emotional inheritance, mother wounds, parenting patterns, overcorrection, cycle breaking, repair conversations, conscious parenting, Brittney Scott, behavior change, acknowledgement, mother daughter healing, connection, intentional parenting

    22 min

  8. JAN 23

    Questions Your Daughter Wishes You Would Ask (At Every Age) [Ep. 52]

    Questions Your Daughter Wishes You Would Ask: From Preteens to Motherhood In this comprehensive episode, I walk mothers through the questions daughters desperately wish they would ask at every life stage, and why most mothers miss the mark by asking surface-level surveillance questions instead of connection-building ones. From preteens who need "What makes you feel afraid?" instead of "Did you finish your homework?" to new mothers who need "How can I support your motherhood?" instead of criticism disguised as concern, the right questions communicate trust, respect, and genuine curiosity about who your daughter is becoming. I break down specific questions for preteens (8-12), teenagers (13-18), young adults (late teens through 30s), and daughters becoming mothers, plus the timing and tone that makes these conversations actually work. The episode culminates in repair questions—the hardest but most important ones that require vulnerability and accountability like "Did I hurt you when..." These aren't just conversation starters; they're invitations into your daughter's inner world that tell her "I see you, I want to know you, and your feelings matter to me." Download the free PDF of all questions in the show notes so you can reference them anytime. With this episode you'll be able to: Ask connection questions instead of surveillance questions that shut down communication with preteens and teensShift from parenting mode to partnership with teenagers by asking "Are there tough decisions you're making?" rather than interrogatingRespect your adult daughter's autonomy by asking "Do you need advice or are you just venting?" before offering unsolicited opinionsSupport your daughter's motherhood without criticism by centering her needs with "How can I support your motherhood?"Practice repair questions like "Did I hurt you when..." that require vulnerability and create space for healing old woundsDownload the free PDF with every question from this episode so you can start deepening connection today Click this link download your FREE PDF with all the questions from this episode organized by life stage! Help me reach more mothers and daughters by following the show & leaving a rating or review on Apple & Spotify! Keyword tags: Mother-daughter questions, connection questions, parenting teenagers, emotional support, repair questions, young adult daughters, supporting new mothers, vulnerability in parenting, accountability, mother-daughter communication, partnership parenting, respecting autonomy, generational healing, surveillance vs connection, repair conversations

    45 min
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Are you tired of trying to get your mom to understand your pain and apologize, just to be left feeling worse than when you started? I get it! What if I told you that you could heal your mother wound and your inner child, even if your mom wont take any accountability for her behavior or your childhood? Let's be real, it takes a self aware mother to acknowledge hurt done to her daughter. You’re healing should not rely on her being self aware. Welcome to the Mother Daughter Relationship Show, the go to podcast for mother daughter relationships, mother wound healing, eldest daughters, and women learning to mother when they weren’t mothered. I’m your host, Brittney Scott - mother daughter therapist and coach, the eldest daughter and mom to a daughter, book nerd, scripted show over reality show person. I understand the position of the eldest daughter and I know what healthy relationships look and feel like. I’ve worked with women like you who want better relationships and want to stop the pain and frustration from their mother daughter relationship. This podcast will answer questions such as: *What is a mother wound? *How do I heal my mother wound? *How do I reconnect with my mother? *How do I fix my broken relationships? *How do I become a good mom when I don't have an example of one? *What is my inner child? *What is generational trauma? Tune in to learn about generational trauma, mother wounds, inner child healing, and exploring how these experiences influence adult connections, friendships, and self-identity. Ready to find your voice, understand your needs, and heal your mother wound? Hit play on the latest episode and lets get started.

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