Mothers

Tiwa Savage

Tiwa Savage: Somebody’s Son Might Not Find You

If a prophet prophecy to Tonto Dikeh that her beloved son would marry someone exactly like her, I believe she would vehemently say God forbid! Tufiakwa! And probably never talk to the prophet again. I believe the same…


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Mothers Who Are Jealous of Their Daughters

A mother’s jealousy distorts a daughter’s normal development. By Karyl McBride Ph.D. When I was writing Will I Ever Be Good Enough?: Healing the Daughters of Narcissistic Mothers , I found that I heard certain…


Unloved Daughters

Unloved Daughters: 5 Accidental Truths My Mother Taught Me

Some reflections on unintended maternal influence. By Peg Streep Some parents wrongly treat love as something to be earned by children, rather than giving it freely. Parents’ jealousy and abusive behavior can ultimately diminish their…