About this episode
This episode explores the lasting impact of having narcissistic parents and the longing for mothering in adulthood.
In this episode, I talk about the deep-seated sadness or grief experienced as children of narcissistic parents. It’s a heartache that lasts a lifetime. Join Erin and her guests, as they delve into what it means to be a child of a narcissistic parent. Each fortnightly episode is crammed full of honesty, humour and hope. You don’t have to be a parent yourself to ask the question, “Who is going to mother(parent) me?,” yet it is a familiar one asked by those raised by narcissists. We all know that being a child has no age limit. So, it’s not surprising to know that the longing to be mothered (parented) never goes away.I have had to accept the fact that no one is going to parent me. Instead of allowing that truth to rob me of my happiness, I found healthy and hopeful ways to fill in that void.EVERYONE NEEDS/DESERVES TO BE MOTHERED.So, I mother anyone and everyone I meet.It is a genuine ‘heart act’ and it makes me incredibly happy.
People in this episode
Host: Erin
Topics covered
- narcissistic parents
- childhood trauma
- mothering
- self-acceptance
- emotional healing
Keywords
- narcissism
- parenting
- grief
- self-improvement
- mental health
More episodes of Daughters Who Dare
- I See You Hiding There! · May 31, 2026 · 38 min
- OH…THE ABSOLUTE IRONY! · May 17, 2026 · 34 min
- Dear Daughter Part 2 - A Love Letter · May 3, 2026 · 35 min
- Dear Daughter Part 1 - The Struggle Is Real · April 19, 2026 · 45 min
- There’s No Place Like Home · April 5, 2026 · 37 min
- Chalk and Cheese · March 22, 2026 · 45 min
Explore listener stats, chart rankings, contacts and more on the Daughters Who Dare podcast page.