You may have noticed the silence. No new episodes. No newsletters. It's been quiet — and in this episode, she's telling you exactly why. After facing some health challenges, I made the decision to rest, reflect, and refill. And what came out of that season? Something she believes could change everything for moms walking through estrangement. In this episode, I share an honest update, a heartfelt announcement about the future of the podcast, and an exciting free event coming May 1st — the LOVE MENDS Workshop — designed to give you a real plan for the next 90 days of healing. Mothers Day is closer than you think. So is your breakthrough.

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In this compelling continuation, Kim and Lynn Catalano dive deeper into the lasting impact of loving a narcissist and how it shapes your relationships with your adult children. Lynn shares the painful reality of how narcissistic abuse doesn't just affect you—it creates patterns that ripple through your entire family.

If you've ever wondered why your kids seem angry or distant, this episode might hold the answers you've been searching for. Lynn explains how children absorb the dysfunction around them, often blaming the wrong parent or misunderstanding what really happened in your home.

This honest conversation explores the guilt, shame, and heartbreak of realizing your children were affected by the narcissist in your life. But Lynn also offers hope—sharing practical steps for acknowledging the past, validating your children's experiences, and beginning the healing process together.

You'll discover that understanding this connection is key to rebuilding trust and creating genuine reconciliation.

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In this eye-opening episode, Kim sits down with Lynn Catalano, a coach and author who specializes in narcissistic abuse recovery. Lynn shares her personal journey of loving a narcissist and how that experience shaped her understanding of these complex relationships.

If you've been accused of being a narcissist by your adult child, this conversation might reveal a different story. Lynn helps you understand what happens when YOU were the one married to or raised by a narcissist—and how that relationship affected your children in ways you might not have realized.

This episode offers a compassionate look at the ripple effects of narcissistic abuse through generations. Lynn explains how your own survival strategies may have unintentionally impacted your kids, and why understanding this connection is crucial for healing your relationship with them.

You'll discover that awareness is the first step toward breaking painful patterns and creating the connection you've been longing for.

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Grab Your Free Course and Motivational Book: The Parent's Repair Kit and How to Use the L.O.V.E. M.E.N.D.S. Framework https://www.midlifediscoveries.com/LOVE

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