But what does that actually mean, and what can you do about it?
To find out, we asked the experts.
What “mommy issues” really mean.
The psychology behind the term.
According to Beurkens and Lyons, this is where the concept of both mommy anddaddy issueswas first considered.
As Lyons explains, “we adapted behaviors as children to make it survive in our individual situations.
Common signs of “mommy issues.”
Struggles with affection
Affection can be difficult if you had a complicated relationship with your mother.
This can manifest as being overly affectionate or struggling to show affection at all.
We’re all influenced by our upbringings, and very few are without some ramifications.
How they manifest in relationships.
“Those resentments are like pillows between us and the other persondirectly or indirectly,” she says.
Resolving the issues & healing.
So, what can be done if you think mommy issues are causing problems in your life?
According to Beurkens, awareness is the first step, which takes a degree of mindfulness.
Then, Lyons says, “We have to practice new behaviors based on our insights.
This is not a quick-fix territoryit really takes a commitment to go into this vulnerable territory.”
