Psychology

How Do You Know You Have Mother Wounds?

Shadow Work Signs You Shouldn’t Ignore

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Let’s talk about something raw, emotional, and deeply transformative — the mother wound.

If you’ve ever asked yourself:

• “Why do I struggle to feel enough?”
• “Why do I always put others first?”
• “Why do I fear being too much — or not enough?”

You might be carrying a mother wound — and you’re not alone.

In this piece, I’ll explore the signs you may have a mother wound, how it manifests in your everyday life, and how shadow work helped me begin healing something I didn’t even know I was holding onto.

Trust me, if you’ve been feeling stuck or misunderstood… this could be the missing link.

What Is a Mother Wound?

Let’s get clear:

The mother wound isn’t about blaming our mothers.

It’s about acknowledging how their emotional patterns, unmet needs, or unhealed trauma may have shaped our self-worth, boundaries, and inner dialogue.

It’s the emotional pain passed down through generations — especially in families with scarce vulnerability, affection, or validation.