All right, so are you ready to dive deep with me today?

Always.

Because today we're going to be taking a look at 50 journal prompts and they're designed to help you understand and heal from the mother wound.

Okay.

We're looking at these prompts from a blog called Lestallion, and when you hear mother wound, it can sound a little intense, right, but stick with us, because it's not about blame.

It's more about recognizing how our relationships with our mothers can have an impact on us.

Yeah.

Even the good parts, you know, can leave these little emotional scars that can have an effect on our self-worth, our relationships and even the way that we approach personal growth.

Yeah.

So think of this deep dive as like a starting point.

A jumping off point.

Yeah, for reflection and not like a replacement for therapy or anything like that.

Yeah.

You know, as we go through this, remember to be kind to yourself.

Yes.

It's all about understanding Exactly, Not judgment.

Yeah what's so fascinating about the mother wound is that a lot of people have trouble recognizing that it exists.

We're often taught to see our mothers as perfect, but the reality is that every relationship, even the most loving ones, has its issues, and this blog doesn't shy away from those, it really jumps right in.

Okay, so you're saying the blog kind of gives us a roadmap for exploring all this?

Yeah.

It's broken down into sections to help us navigate this complex topic.

Okay, so the first section is called Understanding your Relationship With your Mother.

Yes.

And I was just reading through some of these and I was struck by how they encourage us to really examine the dynamics.

Yeah.

The expectations that were maybe unspoken and the ways our mothers may have influenced us in our sense of self.

It's true, and one prompt that really brings this home is reflect on how your relationship with your mother shaped your sense of self-worth.

Oh, wow.

It's such a powerful question because it gets us thinking about how those early interactions you know, both the good and the bad may have shaped how we see ourselves today.

It's so true Like do you ever feel like what she said or did still affects how you view yourself, even as an adult?

It's all about recognizing those patterns, you know.

So it's like our early experiences become this lens that we see the world through.

Yes.

Sometimes without even realizing it.

Exactly.

And there's another prompt that asks us to think about what our mothers expected of us.

Right.

If they were realistic expectations and how they affected our sense of identity and independence.

That's a really insightful one, because it gets to the heart of how conditional love can really affect how we grow up.

You know, if we felt like we always had to meet certain expectations to earn our mother's love or approval.

It can make us feel insecure and afraid of not being good enough, and that can follow us our whole lives.

It can make us feel insecure and afraid of not being good enough, and that can follow us our whole lives.

It's true, it's like we're constantly trying to get that validation, even if we don't realize it Exactly.

It can come out in our relationships, our jobs, even how we take care of ourselves.

Absolutely, and that's why I think this first section is so important.

It's like laying the groundwork to understand how those early patterns might still be affecting us today, right Without that awareness, it's tough to move on and heal.

So it's all about awareness.

Yes.

It's like shining a light on things.

Yeah, bringing those things into the light so we can understand their impact Exactly.

And once we've started to do that, we can move into the next set of prompts, which is all about exploring our emotions and beliefs.

Ooh, this is where it gets juicy.

This is where things get really interesting.

I know I was just reading this.

It's about digging a little deeper, you know, uncovering those deeper layers of emotion and belief that could be driving how we act and the patterns we repeat.

And that's where it gets hard right, it can be.

Challenging those deep-seated beliefs.

Yeah, One prompt that I think is really powerful in this section is write about any negative beliefs about yourself that you might have developed because of your relationship with your mother.

That's where it gets hard right, it can be.

Challenging those deep-seated beliefs.

It's about figuring out those core beliefs, the stories we tell ourselves that could be holding us back.

How do we even begin to dismantle those beliefs?

Well, the first step is realizing they might not even be true.

Right.

They often come from our childhood experiences and how we saw things back then, not from reality.

Once we can start to see them as stories we've made up, not absolute truths, then we can question them and challenge their power over us.

So creating a little space.

Exactly, see them as separate.

Separate from who we really are.

Right, and then what?

It's like when you step back from a painting and you realize it's just one interpretation, not the whole picture.

I love that.

And once you have that distance, you can ask yourself is this belief helping me?

Is it helping me create the life I want?

And if it's not?

You can let it go.

Wow, and that's where the work comes in, right.

That's where the real work begins.

It's not just about knowing, it's about taking action.

It's about shifting those beliefs, creating new ones that are more empowering, exactly, and a big part of that is having self-compassion.

Yes, another prompt asks us to think about whether we blame ourselves for problems with our moms.

Well, that's a big one.

This can be huge, especially if we grew up feeling responsible for how our mom felt, but this prompt encourages us to separate responsibility from guilt in our relationship with her.

That's a really important difference.

It is.

We may have played a part in some things, but we weren't responsible for her feelings or her choices.

Right.

And realizing that can be so freeing.

It can feel like a weight has been lifted.

Right.

And it creates space for forgiveness both for ourselves and maybe even for our mothers.

This isn't about saying what happened was okay.

No, it's about letting go of the pain so we can move forward, choosing peace over pain, freedom over being stuck, you know it's not always easy, especially when the wounds are deep you're right, healing takes time.

It's not a straight line, right, but these prompts are a starting point, a guide for this journey of self-discovery and transformation so we've talked about understanding our relationship with our mothers, yes, and exploring the emotions and beliefs that come from those experiences.

But where do we go from here?

How do we actually heal?

That's a great question and that's where the next set of prompts comes in.

Okay.

They're all about moving towards healing, embracing self-love and growth, and letting go and moving forward.

Okay, so these prompts actually bridge the gap between knowing and doing.

They do.

Okay, everybody, let's dive into those.

Sounds good to me.

So one of the things that really stands out to me in these next sections is the focus on self-love as a foundation for healing.

It's not just about understanding the mother wound, you know.

Okay.

It's about learning to love and accept ourselves, even the parts we don't like.

That's so important and I think for a lot of us our sense of self-worth has been affected by our relationships with our mom.

Right.

You know, we internalize those critical voices, those messages that we're not good enough, and it makes it so hard to love ourselves.

It really does, and there's a prompt that gets right to that.

Which one it says write about how you can embrace self-love as a way to heal from the wounds of the past.

What does self-love look like for you?

I like that.

It's about getting specific.

Okay.

You know, identifying things we can actually do to take care of ourselves.

Both physically and emotionally.

Exactly.

So it's not just about feeling good about ourselves, it's about taking care of ourselves.

So it's not just about feeling good about ourselves, it's about taking care of ourselves.

Yes, Taking concrete steps meeting our own needs.

Exactly.

Making choices that honor our well-being.

Exactly, and those choices will look different for everyone.

Right, for some people it might be setting boundaries in relationships.

Okay.

Or prioritizing time for themselves.

Makes sense.

Or doing things that bring them joy.

It's about finding what really nourishes us, it Makes sense, or doing things that bring them joy.

It's about finding what really nourishes us.

It's like we're putting together our own self-care kit, you know.

Exactly Filled with things that help us feel loved and supported.

And speaking of support, yes, these prompts also encourage us to seek out healthy connections Okay, with friends, maybe a therapist or a support group.

So we don't have to go through it alone.

Right.

Healing from the mother wound can be lonely, but it doesn't have to be.

Connecting with people who understand can be so validating and empowering.

It's like creating a safe space where we can be ourselves and share our experiences.

Exactly, and you know, another important aspect of healing is forgiveness, forgiveness.

I know it's a tough one.

It can be.

Especially if we've been hurt by our mothers.

Right.

But forgiveness isn't about saying what happened was okay, right.

It's about letting go of the anger and resentment we hold on to.

People get that confused all the time.

They do.

It's not about condoning what happened.

It's about choosing to let go of the pain To free ourselves.

Exactly go of the pain to free ourselves.

Exactly.

It can be so liberating it's like finally releasing that burden we've been carrying for so long, and it allows us to create space for new things.

You know possibilities new relationships, a whole new way of being these prompts really help us understand how to do that they do, and one that I find particularly helpful which one it asks us to think about what healing from the mother wound actually means to us.

Okay, what would a healed relationship with our mother look like?

And I think it's important to remember that healing doesn't always mean making up.

Right.

Sometimes it's about finding peace within ourselves, no matter what the relationship with our mother is like.

That's so true.

We may never have the relationship we want with our moms, but we can still find healing and wholeness on our own.

Absolutely, and sometimes that means creating distance.

Setting boundaries.

Yes, to protect ourselves.

So it's about defining what healing looks like for us.

Yes.

And honoring that journey.

On our own terms, and you know one of the most beautiful things about healing from the mother wound.

What's that?

Is that it affects more than just us.

What?

do you?

mean, it impacts our relationships, our families, even our communities.

That's what makes us so powerful.

It's like we're breaking a cycle, you know.

Creating a more positive legacy.

For ourselves and for future generations.

And speaking of future generations.

These prompts also ask us to think about how our future relationships can be shaped by our healing, especially if we become mothers ourselves.

It's about breaking those unhealthy patterns and creating healthier ways of relating.

It's about becoming the mothers we wish we had had.

Not just for our kids, but for ourselves too.

Exactly.

It's about embodying those qualities of love, acceptance and emotional availability that we may have missed out on.

That's a beautiful goal and it speaks to the power of healing you know it does.

It's not just about fixing what's broken.

Right.

It's about creating something new, something better, something that can make a difference.

And that brings us to the final section of PROMS, which focuses on letting go and moving forward.

Okay, so this is where we put it all together.

This is where the rubber meets the road.

I'm ready, let's dive in.

Okay, so we're in this final section, now letting go and moving forward.

It really feels like the culmination of everything we've been talking about.

I agree.

This is where we take all those insights we've gained and start making real changes.

It's about taking action.

So there's this prompt that really jumped out at me.

It asks what past wounds are you ready to leave behind for good?

Oh wow, that's powerful.

It really struck me like we're finally ready to unpack all that baggage and choose what we want to carry with us.

It highlights the fact that we have a choice.

We do.

We don't have to be defined by those wounds.

Right.

We can decide which ones we want to heal and let go of.

So it's not about pretending they didn't happen.

No.

It's about acknowledging them and then making a conscious decision to move on.

To reclaim our power and make space for new things.

Exactly.

And there's another prompt that asks how can you keep moving forward even if the past still feels heavy?

It's like acknowledging that healing isn't always easy or straightforward.

It's not a straight line.

No, you know there are going to be bumps along the way.

Setbacks times when those old wounds come up again.

But we just have to keep going.

Keep moving forward, even when it's hard.

One step at a time.

Exactly like we're building something new brick by brick.

Yeah, and sometimes we drop a brick.

That's okay, yeah but we, we just pick it up and keep building.

Right, and these prompts offer some really practical advice on how to do that.

They talk about coping mechanisms and self-compassion and getting support when we need it.

Speaking of support, there's a prompt that asks who are the people in your life who support your healing journey?

Oh, that's a good one.

Reminds us that we're not alone in this.

We don't have to do it all by ourselves.

Right.

There are people who care about us and want to see us heal.

They're there to listen, offer a shoulder to cry on.

Encourage us.

It makes a world of difference having people like that in our lives.

It really does, and it's not just about receiving support either.

What do you mean?

It's about giving it to connecting with others who are going through similar things.

Yeah, we can offer each other empathy and understanding.

A sense of shared humanity.

It's like we're creating this web of healing together.

That's beautiful.

It really speaks to the ripple effect that healing has, you know.

What do you mean?

When we heal ourselves, we heal those around us.

And it can even be passed down to future generations.

Breaking those cycles of pain.

Creating more loving world.

You know, as we've been talking about these prompts, I keep thinking back to that question you asked earlier.

What was that?

About imagining our future selves free from the weight of the mother wound, and what advice they would give us.

Oh yeah, what comes to mind for you?

I think my future self would say be kind to yourself.

I think my future self would say be kind to yourself.

Healing takes time.

And celebrate every victory, no matter how small, and never give up on your dreams.

You are worthy of love and happiness.

That's beautiful and it resonates with me so much.

I think my future self would also say trust your intuition, Listen to that inner voice you have and don't be afraid to ask for help when you need it.

Vulnerability is a strength.

I love that, embracing all of ourselves, the good and the bad, and knowing we're perfectly imperfect.

It's about the journey, not the destination.

There will be ups and downs, but the important thing is to keep moving forward with love and compassion.

Beautifully said.

It's been such a pleasure exploring these prompts with you and with our listeners Me exploring these prompts with you and with our listeners Me too and it's inspiring to see the wisdom and resilience in our community.

Remember you are not alone on this journey.

Keep exploring, keep healing, keep believing in the power of self-love.

And until next time, keep diving deep.