In this deeply personal episode, we examine the evolution of self through an intimate look at the topic of aging. We break down the realities of women aging, discussing vulnerability, shifting family roles, and the psychological impact of growing older.

Whether you are seeking advice on taking care of yourself now, looking for practical steps on how to prepare for aging, or trying to build a deeper empathy for elders, this conversation invites you, our listeners, to reflect on your own journey, spark meaningful dialogues with the women in your life, and embrace every season of change with empathy... Enjoy!

Episode Chapters:

00:00 - Introduction

02:10 - Understanding Aging & Emotions

02:57 - Personality Changes With Age

03:45 - Parents, Children & Aging

05:00 - Attachment & Empty Nesting

06:25 - Connecting With Aging Parents

07:40 - Isolation & Social Connection

10:45 - The Physical Changes of Aging

12:00 - Menopause & Life Transitions

13:35 - Rediscovering Yourself After Motherhood

15:00 - Redefining Yourself in Later Life

18:15 - Preparing for Aging

20:05 - Family Support & Community

21:00 - Men, Women & Retirement

22:00 - Women's Experience of Aging

22:50 - Why Psychology Studies Aging

25:00 - Depression & Adjusting to Aging

26:28 - Personality Changes Across a Person's Lifespan

28:43 - Talking Openly About Aging

30:15 - Why Aging Is Hard to Talk About

32:00 - Self-Care & Self-Compassion

34:43 - Grandchildren & Staying Active

37:00 - Independence, Mortality & Aging

39:08 - Beauty, Women & Aging

45:25 - Accepting Aging & Life's Journey

Episode resources:

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There is no universal definition of what a “good” mother-daughter relationship should look like. In this episode, we explore our own mother-daughter bond, our struggles, generational patterns and conflicts. With a mother who is also a psychologist, we add another layer to the conversation: how can we communicate with our mothers, and what do mothers struggle with too?

An honest conversation about the complexities of being a mother, being a daughter, and learning to meet each other somewhere in the middle... Enjoy and leave a comment what you thought about the episode!

Episode Chapters:

00:00 - The Complexity of the Mother-Daughter Relationship

01:35 - Transgenerational Patterns & Perspectives

02:25 - Attachment Styles Explained

03:33 - Breaking Generational Patterns

05:16 - Maternal Expectations & Identity

06:19 - Secure Attachment: What It Means

08:26 - How Insecurities Shape Expectations

10:00 - Seeing & Accepting Your Child

10:40 - A Daughter's Perspective

12:00 - Mutual Support in the Mother-Daughter Bond

13:12 - The Many Roles in a Woman's Life

13:40 - Giving & Receiving in Family Relationships

15:08 - Why Mother-Daughter Conflict Matters

16:15 - The Mother-Daughter Bond

18:18 - Therapy & Navigating Mother-Daughter Conflict

20:00 - Maternal Patterns, Emotions & Accountability

29:53 - How to Reconnect After Deep Conflict

33:18 - Resentment, Love & Healing

36:21 - When Motherhood Doesn't Feel Natural

38:15 - Stepping Down From the Pedestal

42:04 - Advice for a Stronger Mother-Daughter Relationship

Episode resources:

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YouTube: https://youtube.com/@heart2talkaboutitpodcast

Contact: [email protected]

Welcome to our podcast! We are so excited to begin this journey with you, our listeners.

Mom and daughter, psychologist and actress—two women coming together every week to talk about life, love, relationships, and more!

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