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2 Mothers and 2 Mother Wounds [Ep 68]
May 15, 2026
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The Ripple Effects of Mother Wounds [Ep. 67]
May 8, 2026
17m 51s
What Your Daughter Needs From You [Ep. 66]
May 1, 2026
24m 50s
Slow, Authentic Repair To The Mother Wound [Ep. 65]
Apr 24, 2026
16m 53s
Your Teenagers Behavior Feels Like Rejection? [Ep. 64]
Apr 17, 2026
20m 10s
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| 5/15/26 | ![]() 2 Mothers and 2 Mother Wounds [Ep 68] | Two Mothers and Two Mother wounds In this deeply personal and emotional conversation, Desiree shares her journey of growing up between two mother figures, her biological mother and the great-aunt who raised her after she entered the foster system at age five. From early instability, abuse, and emotional parentification to navigating identity, race, and belonging in a predominantly white town, Desiree opens up about the lasting impact of her childhood experiences.Now a licensed professional counselor associate and a mother herself, she reflects on the complexity of forgiveness, the evolution of her relationship with her biological mom, and the boundaries she’s had to build with the family who raised her. This episode explores the “mother wound,” generational trauma, and what it means to break cycles while raising the next generation.With this episode you’ll be able to learn:Growing up with two maternal figures and navigating divided loyaltiesEntering foster care and being raised by extended familyExperiencing instability, abuse, and early emotional responsibilityThe impact of inconsistent parenting and “walking on eggshells”Over-scheduling as a coping strategy and why it didn’t workIdentity, race, and isolation in a predominantly white environmentMental health struggles in adolescence, including disordered eating and hospitalizationThe long road to rebuilding a relationship with her biological motherSetting boundaries with caregivers who provided materially but lacked emotional connectionBreaking generational cycles as a parentConnect with Brittney:Instagram: @theBrittneyScottWebsite: www.brittneymscott.comConsultation to work with BrittneyFree ResourcesA Reframe:Desiree’s story is a powerful reminder that providing a “good life” materially doesn’t always meet a child’s emotional needs. Healing isn’t linear and sometimes growth means holding compassion and boundaries at the same time.Thank you for listening. Don't forget you can submit your question! And yes, I really am going to give you an answer in an upcoming podcast.and be sure to say hi on Instagram!Resources MentionedFree Class (May 20th): Learn how to build a healthier, more connected relationship with your daughter. Register HereHelp me reach more service providers like you by following the show & leaving a rating or review on Apple & Spotify!Keyword tags:Brittneyscott,#MotherDaughterRelationship #motherwound, #fostercare, #familytrauma, #emotionalneglect, #parentification, #identity, #therapyexperiences, #adolescentmentalhealth, #generationalhealing, #boundariesMentioned in this episode:Q2 '26 Ad | — | ||||||
| 5/8/26 | ![]() The Ripple Effects of Mother Wounds [Ep. 67]✨ | mother woundrelationships+4 | — | — | — | mother woundrelationships+5 | — | 17m 51s | |
| 5/1/26 | ![]() What Your Daughter Needs From You [Ep. 66]✨ | mother-daughter relationshipparenting+4 | — | — | — | mother daughter relationshipparenting advice+4 | — | 24m 50s | |
| 4/24/26 | ![]() Slow, Authentic Repair To The Mother Wound [Ep. 65]✨ | mother woundhealing+3 | — | — | — | mother woundhealing process+3 | — | 16m 53s | |
| 4/17/26 | ![]() Your Teenagers Behavior Feels Like Rejection? [Ep. 64]✨ | teenage behaviormother-daughter relationship+4 | — | — | — | teenagersrejection+5 | — | 20m 10s | |
| 4/10/26 | ![]() Four Years No Contact: A Mother-Daughter Reconciliation Story [Ep. 63]✨ | mother-daughter relationshipsreconciliation+4 | Leslie GlassLindsay Glass | Reach Out RecoveryMother-Daughter Relationship Makeover | — | mother-daughter relationshipreconciliation+5 | — | 51m 14s | |
| 4/3/26 | ![]() When your adult daughter pulls away: Estrangment from the mothers side [Ep. 62]✨ | estrangementambiguous loss+4 | — | — | — | estrangementambiguous loss+6 | — | 19m 25s | |
| 3/27/26 | ![]() When The Distance Becomes Estrangement: A Daughter's Side [Ep 61]✨ | estrangementmother-daughter relationship+4 | — | — | — | estrangementdetachment+5 | — | 15m 56s | |
| 3/20/26 | ![]() She Waited for Me: A Mother-Daughter Reconciliation Before Death [Ep. 60]✨ | mother-daughter relationshipsaddiction+4 | Dr. Imani Steele | — | — | mother-daughter reconciliationaddiction+5 | — | 53m 34s | |
| 3/13/26 | ![]() I Don't Have a Mother Wound, But I Help Women Heal Theirs: My Story [Ep. 59]✨ | mother-daughter relationshipsclinical psychology+3 | — | Johns Hopkins | — | mother woundtherapist+3 | — | 19m 44s | |
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| 3/6/26 | ![]() Grieving a Mother Who Was There, But Not There: Erin Gorrie's Story [Ep. 58]✨ | griefmother-daughter relationship+4 | Erin Gorrie | Muskoka Puppy YogaWe Have So Much In Common | — | grieving a motheremotional neglect+5 | — | 52m 14s | |
| 2/27/26 | ![]() Your Mom Creates Drama in Public: How to Handle Mother-Daughter Conflict in Front of Others [Ep. 57]✨ | mother-daughter conflictpublic drama+3 | — | — | — | public conflictmother-daughter relationship+3 | — | 32m 06s | |
| 2/20/26 | ![]() When Mental Illness Broke Our Bond: A Mother-Daughter Reconnection Story [Ep. 56]✨ | mental illnessmother-daughter relationship+4 | Genifer Salandy | Rooted Joy Wellness | — | mental illnessbipolar disorder+6 | — | 48m 30s | |
| 2/13/26 | ![]() 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 goalConnect with Brittney:Instagram: @theBrittneyScottWebsite: www.brittneymscott.comConsultation to work with BrittneyFree ResourcesDon'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 centeringMentioned in this episode:Q2 '26 Ad | — | ||||||
| 2/6/26 | ![]() Stop Waiting for Your Mom to Change [Ep. 54] | Understanding the Mother Wound and How to Heal Without Your MomIn 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-trustDon'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 ResourcesMentioned 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 episodesHelp 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 parentingMentioned in this episode:Q2 '26 Ad | — | ||||||
| 1/30/26 | ![]() How to Stop Your Mother Wound from Becoming Your Daughter's [Ep 53] | How to Prevent Your Mother Wound from Becoming Your Daughter'sIn 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 areDon'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 healingHelp 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 parentingMentioned in this episode:Q2 '26 Ad | — | ||||||
| 1/23/26 | ![]() Questions Your Daughter Wishes You Would Ask (At Every Age) [Ep. 52] | Questions Your Daughter Wishes You Would Ask: From Preteens to MotherhoodIn 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 todayClick 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 conversationsMentioned in this episode:Q2 '26 Ad | — | ||||||
| 1/16/26 | ![]() Family Roles That Create Mother Wounds: Which One Were You? [Ep. 51] | Did We Grow Up in the Same House? How Family Roles Shape Your Mother WoundIn this episode, I break down common roles children play in families and how each one creates a mother wound that follows you into adulthood. Whether you were the parentified daughter who became a mini-adult too soon, the golden child living on a pedestal, the scapegoat blamed for family dysfunction, or the invisible child overlooked for being "easy," none of these roles were your choice; you were a child surviving in an established system. I explain the difference between healthy responsibility and parentification, why scapegoats are often truth-tellers who leave first, how golden children struggle with conditional love based on performance, and why invisible children learned that asking for attention was a burden. These roles don't just stay in childhood, they shape how you show up in relationships, careers, and your own parenting. I address mothers who recognize these dynamics in their families with compassion, explaining that awareness is the first step and it's never too late to repair if your children are willing. The power you have now as an adult is choosing who you are outside of that assigned role.With this episode you'll be able to:Identify if you played one of these family roles (parentified child, golden child, scapegoat, or invisible child) and how it shaped your mother woundUnderstand why parentification is different from healthy responsibilityRecognize that scapegoats are often truth-tellers who had the courage to call out dysfunction and leave firstSee how being the "easy" invisible child meant emotional neglect, not that you didn't need attention and supportLearn how these childhood survival strategies show up in your adult relationships, career, and parenting patternsPractice stepping out of your assigned role by deciding who you want to be outside of family dynamicsConnect with Brittney:Instagram: @theBrittneyScottWebsite: www.brittneymscott.comConsultation to work with BrittneyFree ResourcesDon'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: Family roles, parentified child, golden child, scapegoat, invisible child, sibling dynamics, mother wound, eldest daughter syndrome, emotional neglect, family dysfunction, truth tellers, conditional love, emotional support, family systems, breaking family patternsMentioned in this episode:Q2 '26 Ad | — | ||||||
| 1/9/26 | ![]() Healing Your Mother Wound While Raising Your Kids (Not After) [Ep. 50] | Why Your Mother Wound Gets Triggered When Raising Small Children: Introducing Safety in Sisterhood GroupIn this episode, I address mothers who've caught themselves sounding just like their own mothers and felt crushing guilt because they swore they'd never parent that way. I break down why motherhood activates mother wounds like nothing else: you're reliving your childhood in real time through each developmental stage, your stressed brain defaults to automatic patterns from your own upbringing, and the isolation of motherhood amplifies everything. I share my personal story of handling my daughter's tantrums during my husband's deployment, how sitting on the floor and offering a hug when she was ready changed everything for both of us. This episode explores why band-aid parenting solutions don't work when something in the middle is missing, why healing alone deepens shame spirals, and how community healing gives you permission to take care of yourself while breaking cycles in real time. I introduce Safety in Sisterhood, my 2026 group for mothers with young children who want to heal their mother wounds while actively parenting littles, not after they're grown.With this episode you'll be able to:Understand why each developmental stage your child goes through can trigger unresolved pain from that same age in your own childhoodRecognize automatic nervous system responses that revert to your mother's parenting style when you're stressed, tired, or overwhelmedLearn why band-aid parenting solutions fail when you're missing the connection between knowing what to do and actually implementing itSee how healing in community breaks shame, provides real examples of cycle-breaking, and validates that your needs matter tooDiscover the Safety in Sisterhood group for mothers with young children (birth through elementary) healing mother wounds while parenting littlesAccept that emotions are energy wanting to leave your body—let them out however they need to come rather than keeping them stuckClick the link in the show notes to visit brittneymscott.com, learn more about Safety in Sisterhood, and fill out the interest form. This group is for mothers ready to break cycles now, not after their kids are grown.Connect with Brittney:Instagram: @theBrittneyScottWebsite: www.brittneymscott.comConsultation to work with BrittneyFree ResourcesMentioned resources:Safety in Sisterhood group program (starting 2026)Interest form/waitlist available at brittneymscott.comHelp me reach more mothers and daughters by following the show & leaving a rating or review on Apple & Spotify!Keyword tags: Mother wound triggers, parenting young children, breaking generational cycles, mother wound healing, parenting littles, tantrums and triggers, nervous system parenting, community healing, mom guilt, Safety in Sisterhood, isolation in motherhood, automatic parenting patterns, self-care for moms, healing while parenting, cycle breaker momsMentioned in this episode:Q2 '26 Ad | — | ||||||
| 1/2/26 | ![]() Bridge Builders: Mothers and Estranged Daughters [Ep 49] | When Your Daughter Pulls Away: Introducing Bridge Builders Group for Mothers Facing EstrangementIn this honest and compassionate episode, I address mothers whose adult daughters have distanced themselves or cut off contact completely, a pain that's hard to explain to anyone who hasn't lived it. I break down why daughters pull away: accumulated unaddressed pain, different perspectives on the same childhood, boundary violations, or being the first in the family to break generational patterns. The hard truth is that partners, therapists, and friends aren't turning your daughter against you, they're giving her permission to do what she's already been feeling. I walk you through what you can and can't control during estrangement, how real apologies sound (hint: "I'm sorry you feel that way" doesn't cut it), and why doing this healing work alone keeps you stuck. This episode introduces Bridge Builders, my 2026 group program for mothers willing to examine their own patterns, take accountability, and find a path forward whether reconciliation happens or not. Because if you're questioning yourself this deeply, your daughter probably isn't pulling away for no reason, and there's work you can do.With this episode you'll be able to:Understand the common reasons daughters pull away including accumulated pain, perspective differences, boundary violations, and cycle-breakingDistinguish between what you can control (your behavior, accountability, healing) and what you can't (her timeline, feelings, or decisions)Learn what real apologies sound like by acknowledging specific harm without excuses like "I did my best"Recognize why doing this healing work alone through shame and isolation keeps you stuck in defense modeDiscover the Bridge Builders group program starting in 2026 for mothers seeking understanding, accountability, and a path toward reconciliationAccept that good mothers make mistakes—what matters is taking accountability and being willing to repair the relationshipClick the link in the show notes to visit brittneymscott.com, learn more about Bridge Builders, and fill out the interest form. This group is for mothers ready to do the hard work of understanding what happened and taking real steps toward healing.Mentioned resources:Bridge Builders group program (starting 2026)Reconnection Rescue program for mother-daughter pairsInterest form available at brittneymscott.comHelp me reach more mothers and daughters by following the show & leaving a rating or review on Apple & Spotify!Keyword tags: Mother-daughter estrangement, estranged daughters, low contact, adult daughters pulling away, accountability in parenting, mother-daughter reconciliation, Bridge Builders, estrangement grief, taking responsibility, perspective differences, boundary violations, cycle breaker daughters, mother support groups, healing estrangement, reconnecting with adult daughtersMentioned in this episode:Q2 '26 Ad | — | ||||||
| 12/26/25 | ![]() Why Healing Your Mother Wound in Community Changes Everything [Ep. 48] | Why You Don't Have to Heal Your Mother Wound Alone - Introducing The Mother Wound CircleYou've been doing the work: going to therapy, reading the books, doing the inner child exercises, but you still feel like you're healing in isolation. In this episode, I'm breaking down why community matters in mother wound healing, what changes when you're not doing it alone, and how I'm creating a specific space for exactly this kind of healing. Society tells us mothers are sacred, so admitting your mother hurt you feels taboo. The shame keeps you isolated and quiet, which stalls any real healing. You start to doubt your own reality when no one validates what you experienced. You need other people to say, "Yes, that was real, and it makes sense that it hurts." I'm sharing the five shifts that happen when you heal in community instead of alone, and I'm introducing The Mother Wound Circle, one of four groups I'm launching in 2026 specifically designed for women healing from painful relationships with their mothers. Whether you have kids or not, whether you're early in healing or years into it, whether your mother is living or has passed, whether you're estranged or in contact, this group is for women who are tired of trying to heal all of this by themselves.With this episode you'll be able to:Understand why healing mother wounds in isolation keeps you stuck and doubting your realityRecognize how societal taboos around mother-daughter pain create shame and silenceLearn the five ways healing in community differs from healing aloneDiscover how collective witnessing validates your pain in ways individual therapy sometimes can'tUnderstand the power of being needed, not just needy, in your healing journeyGet all the details about The Mother Wound Circle group launching in 2026Address common concerns about sharing your story and feeling safe in a group settingFind out how to join the interest list and get first access to group enrollmentDon't forget you can submit your questions about mother wound healing for me to answer in future episodes! Mentioned resources:The Mother Wound Circle group program (launching 2026)Interest form at brittneymscott.comAdditional group offerings coming in 2026Connect with Brittney:Instagram: @theBrittneyScottWebsite: www.brittneymscott.comConsultation to work with BrittneyFree ResourcesHelp me reach more daughters healing their mother wounds by following the show & leaving a rating or review on Apple & Spotify!Keyword tags: mother wound, community healing, support group, mother daughter relationship, healing circles, group therapy, mother wound healing, isolation, collective healing, women's support, safe space, accountability, boundaries, inner child work, psychoeducational groups, mother daughter pain, generational trauma, Brittney Scott, mother daughter podcast, group coaching, healing communityMentioned in this episode:Q2 '26 Ad | — | ||||||
| 12/19/25 | ![]() Test Prep and Teenage Daughters: Building Partnership Over Pressure [Ep. 47] | Partnership Over Pressure: Building Trust During Test Prep with Athena SavinoIn this unique episode, I interview Athena Savino, CEO of Top Marks Prep and longtime tutor, who has witnessed countless mother-daughter dynamics play out during the high stress world of standardized test preparation. Athena shares how well intentioned moms often become taskmasters—constantly asking about study hours and scores—which strains relationships and increases test anxiety rather than improving performance. She introduces the partnership model: sitting down with your daughter before prep even begins to set shared goals, co-create study plans, and establish buy in so she feels ownership over the process. We discuss how test anxiety is the number one thing hurting scores (not lack of knowledge), why validation and motivation matter more than teaching fractions, and how parents should react when scores come back, letting daughters respond first and celebrating effort over outcomes. This conversation reveals how the test prep journey offers lessons beyond the score: trust building, emotional regulation, and the powerful message that your daughter's worth isn't measured by a number. Whether facing SAT, ACT, or entrance exams, this episode shows mothers how to stay partners instead of becoming overseers.With this episode you'll be able to:Shift from taskmaster to partner by co-creating study plans and setting shared goals with your daughter before test prep beginsRecognize that test anxiety, not lack of knowledge, is the number one factor hurting scores and learn how emotional support reduces itProvide validation and motivation throughout the journey rather than micromanaging study hours or teaching contentReact appropriately when scores arrive by letting your daughter respond first and celebrating effort regardless of the numberUse car conversations and journaling to check in emotionally without creating pressure or awkward face-to-face confrontationsBuild trust by separating your daughter's identity from test performance and highlighting areas where she excels beyond academicsDon't forget you can submit your questions about mother-daughter relationships for me to answer in upcoming episodes! Connect with Athena Savino on LinkedIn or at athena@topmarksprep.com for test prep support.Connect with Brittney:Instagram: @theBrittneyScottWebsite: www.brittneymscott.comConsultation to work with BrittneyFree ResourcesMentioned resources:Top Marks Prep - adaptive learning platform for standardized test prepFree diagnostic tests available at Top Marks Prep websiteHelp me reach more mothers and daughters by following the show & leaving a rating or review on Apple & Spotify!Keyword tags: Test prep, standardized testing, mother-daughter partnership, test anxiety, SAT prep, ACT prep, parenting teenagers, academic pressure, emotional support, goal setting with teens, trust building, validating teenagers, test stress, mother-daughter communication, achievement anxietyMentioned in this episode:Q2 '26 Ad | — | ||||||
| 12/12/25 | ![]() Raising Teens Differently: A Group Program for Moms [Ep. 46] | Announcing Raising Teens Differently: A New Group Coaching Program for Mothers of Teen DaughtersIn this announcement episode, I'm introducing my first group coaching offering for 2026, "Raising Teens Differently," designed specifically for mothers navigating the push-pull dynamics of raising teenage daughters. If you're watching your daughter seek independence while struggling to keep connection strong, this 8-week closed group starting in February 2026 is for you. I break down why teenagers pull away (identity formation, brain development, social media pressure, school stress) while still desperately wanting connection beneath the eye rolls and attitude. This group will teach you how to maintain trust and communication during adolescence, set healthy boundaries while respecting her growing autonomy, pick your battles wisely, find common interests that strengthen your bond, and take care of yourself so you can fully show up for her emotional needs. You'll join a community of mothers in the same stage who understand the unique pressures of raising teens today, from COVID's social impact to social media's influence, creating the kind of support that feels like a hug when you need it most.With this episode you'll be able to:Understand why your teenage daughter pulls away while still craving connection, acceptance, and unconditional love from youRecognize the developmental reasons behind teenage behavior including brain development, identity formation, and independence-seekingLearn what the Raising Teens Differently group will cover: maintaining connection, building trust, managing independence battles, and self-care strategiesDiscover the power of community healing with other moms in the same stage who understand today's unique parenting challengesGet program details: 8-week closed group starting February 2026, weekly meetings, capped enrollment for intimate supportAccess the interest form through the show notes link to secure your spot before the group fillsLearn more about Raising Teens Differently, and fill out the interest form. Don't wait, enrollment is capped to ensure every member feels heard and supported!Connect with Brittney:Instagram: @theBrittneyScottWebsite: www.brittneymscott.comConsultation to work with BrittneyFree ResourcesHelp me reach more mothers and daughters by following the show & leaving a rating or review on Apple & Spotify!Keyword tags:Raising teenagers, teenage daughters, mother-daughter relationship, teen independence, parenting teens, maintaining connection with teens, group coaching, adolescent development, teen brain development, social media impact on teens, navigating conflict with teens, building trust with teenagers, mother-daughter groups, parenting support groups, teen rebellionMentioned in this episode:Q2 '26 Ad | — | ||||||
| 12/5/25 | ![]() Unlearning the Strong Black Woman Narrative: An Expert Interview [Ep. 45] | From Strong to Well: Unlearning the Strong Black Woman Narrative with Dr. Cecily MooreIn this episode, Dr. Cecily Moore, a licensed therapist, researcher, and self-proclaimed "recovering strong black woman,"shares her dissertation research on unlearning the Strong Black Woman narrative. After experiencing postpartum depression and realizing her mother and grandmother couldn't give what they didn't have, she discovered this trauma-rooted narrative passes through maternal lineages, teaching daughters strength without support and creating cycles of silent suffering. Dr. Moore breaks down the unlearning journey, introduces the shift from "strong" to "well-resourced" Black woman, and explains "seed planting," sharing your healing without forcing family to change. We discuss why this narrative starts in girlhood, creating homes demanding strength everywhere with softness nowhere, and explore practical ways to have vulnerable conversations with friends while protecting your peace.With this episode you'll be able to:Understand how the Strong Black Woman narrative originated in slavery and gets passed down as generational trauma through maternal lineagesRecognize the unlearning process: catalyst moments, letting go of indoctrination, self-discovery, self-investment, and boundary settingShift from "strong black woman" to "well-resourced black woman" by investing in accessible healing like reading and community supportPractice "seed planting" with family members, sharing your healing journey without taking responsibility for their outcomes or forcing changeNavigate the hardest places to unlearn (familial/intimate relationships and work) by prioritizing self-awareness and safetyHave vulnerable conversations with friends by asking for consent, checking capacity, and being the support you want to receiveConnect with Brittney:Instagram: @theBrittneyScottWebsite: www.brittneymscott.comConsultation to work with BrittneyFree ResourcesDon't forget you can submit your questions about mother-daughter relationships for me to answer in future episodes! Connect with Dr. Cecily Moore at drcecilymooore.com for free reading resources and newsletter updates.Mentioned resources:Dr. Cecily Moore's website: drcecilymooore.com (free reading resources and newsletter)Books by Audre Lorde and other Black authors on the Strong Black Woman narrativeDr. Moore's dissertation research on Black women unlearning the Strong Black Woman narrativeHelp me reach more mothers and daughters by following the show & leaving a rating or review on Apple & Spotify!Keyword tags:Strong Black Woman narrative, generational trauma, Black maternal mental health, postpartum depression, unlearning strength narratives, well-resourced Black women, seed planting healing, mother wound in Black families, asking for help, boundary setting, Black women's mental health, cycle breaking, recovering strong Black woman, emotional labor, Black daughter healingMentioned in this episode:Q2 '26 Ad | — | ||||||
| 11/21/25 | ![]() How Your Mother Wound Sabotages Your Romantic Relationships [Ep. 44] | How Your Mother Wound Shows Up in Your Romantic RelationshipsDo you keep attracting the same type of partner? Find yourself doing all the emotional work in relationships? Struggle with trust, intimacy, or constantly choosing people who can't meet your needs? Your mother wound might be running the show in your love life. Your relationship with your mother is your first relationship template, it's where you learned what love looks like, what connection feels like, and what you can expect from people who are supposed to care about you. Whether you're single and keep repeating painful patterns, or already in a relationship and realizing how your mother wound has shaped your dynamic, this episode will give you the awareness and tools you need to create the love you actually deserve.With this episode you'll be able to:Understand how your relationship with your mother became your first relationship templateIdentify specific ways your mother wound influences who you choose as a romantic partnerRecognize how childhood patterns create your attachment style and relationship behaviorsLearn why "chemistry" might actually be trauma recognition, not healthy attractionDiscover the seven practical steps to break painful relationship cyclesUnderstand what healthy love actually looks like and feels likeAssess whether your current relationship can heal and grow or needs to endPractice asking for what you need and creating new patterns with a willing partnerDon't forget you can submit your questions about mother wounds for me to answer in future episodes! Connect with Brittney:Instagram: @theBrittneyScottWebsite: www.brittneymscott.comConsultation to work with BrittneyFree ResourcesMentioned resources:The Mother-Daughter Relationship Show podcastMother wound healing therapy and coachingInner child work resourcesAttachment style therapy and supportHelp me reach more daughters healing their mother wounds by following the show & leaving a rating or review on Apple & Spotify!Keyword tags:mother wound, romantic relationships, dating patterns, attachment styles, mother daughter relationship, anxious attachment, avoidant attachment, partner selection, emotional unavailability, parentification, relationship patterns, childhood trauma, generational trauma, healing mother wound, healthy relationships, setting boundaries, inner child work, therapy, relationship coaching, Brittney Scott, mother daughter podcast, breaking cyclesMentioned in this episode:Q2 '26 Ad | — | ||||||
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