Are you grieving a mother who is still alive? This feels like mourning a maternal relationship that is unresolved, confusing, or missing something essential, like the love, safety, or presence you needed but didn’t receive from her. 

Today's important conversation, of Navigating Motherhood Without Your Mother is an invitation for you to honor this complicated grieving journey. Join Alyssa Carlene in processing all of these intense feelings and acknowledging your loss. 

Listen to the episode to answer the following questions: 

• Why does it hurt so much when my mother is still alive? 
• Can I grieve someone who is still here and didn't physically leave me or die? 
• What am I grieving when I think about my mother? 
• How do I make peace with what I never received? 
• Is it okay to set boundaries with someone I still long for? 
• Where can I turn for support in my grieving process/journey? 
• How do I allow myself to feel without judgment? 

1. Want to join a supportive, heartfelt community with other moms who are also navigating motherhood without their mothers? Join our Facebook Group today!

2. Are you ready to build confidence and emotional resilience as a mom, even without the support of your mother? Access the free video training now: Five Steps to Navigating Motherhood Without Your Mother!

3. Want to chat more about what it's like to mother without your mom and get personalized support? Send Alyssa Carlene a DM on Instagram!