Motherhood can feel like a profound identity shift, sometimes leading to a Dark Night of the Soul. This article explores matrescence, the Heroine’s Journey, and Polyvagal Theory to help mothers navigate this transformation with self-compassion. Includes real stories, reflective exercises, and practical self-care tips.
Struggling with the transition from maiden to mother? These 30+ journaling prompts, inspired by rites of passage theory and Jungian archetypes, will help you navigate identity shifts, heal past wounds, and step into motherhood with confidence.