Ep 24. Complex Emotions on Mother’s Day

Send us Fan Mail Mother’s Day can bring a mix of emotions.  This year, I'm navigating my first without a mother, and it's been complicated. In this episode, I talk about how this holiday can be painful and emotionally complex for many people for a variety of reasons. There can be conflicted feelings underneath—resentment, tenderness, guilt, shame, love, and grief—emotions that can coexist and are completely normal.  00:00 First Mothers Day Without Mom 02:19 Grief In Public Spaces 04:30 Small Kindness Matters 05:37 Why Mothers Day Is Complicated 06:54 Mothers Living With Chronic Pain 08:31 Obligation Versus Authenticity 11:43 Resentments And Repressed Emotions 13:23 Feeling Versus Expressing Emotions 17:10 Lessons And Unsent Letter Exercise 19:47 Complex Grief & Closing Thought _________ EAET was mentioned:  That is Emotional Awareness & Expression Therapy.  For more information on what this is, see Ep 23 where Dr. Kaufmann does a good job explaining how it was successfully studied for migraine reduction.   ____ Thanks for listening - I hope you found this helpful.  FIND ME HERE @ www.migraineoasis.com/linkinbio Let's continue the conversation...COME SAY HI! ✅ INSTAGRAM:  Follow Migraine Oasis @MigraineOasis  ✅ FACEBOOK:  Join our Community @MigraineOasis ✅ YOUTUBE: Watch us @MigraineOasis  ____ Education and techniques discussed in this Podcast originate from many sources, countless hours of research, training, and self-healing unless otherwise noted. Music credit: MomotMusic, Kyrylo Momot ___ Disclaimer: Information provided by Migraine Oasis & Karen Ash is for general informational & educational purposes only & is not a substitute for medical advice, psychotherapy, or counselling. Utilizing any of the education, strategies, or techniques in the podcast is done at your own risk. Consult with a physician before engaging in any suggested movements. If in immediate danger, call a local emergency number or go to the nearest emergency room.