‘The Emotionally Absent Mother’ by Jasmin Lee Cori is a guide for individuals who have experienced emotional neglect during their formative years. It provides tools and strategies for self-healing, fostering healthier relationships, and reclaiming the love they missed during childhood.
Understanding Emotional Absence
Emotional absence refers to a lack of emotional connection or response from a parent, which can lead to feelings of neglect and emotional deprivation in a child.
The Role of Forgiveness
Forgiveness, both towards the emotionally absent mother and oneself, is an important step in the healing process.
It involves letting go of resentment and anger, and moving forward.
Reparenting Oneself
Reparenting involves providing oneself with the emotional nurturing that was missed during childhood.
This can involve self-soothing, self-validation, and self-love.
The Impact of Emotional Absence on Adult Relationships
The impact of emotional absence can extend into adulthood, affecting one’s ability to form and maintain healthy relationships.
It can lead to fear of intimacy, trust issues, and difficulty expressing emotions.
