Mum's True Tea w/Kendall Lasha

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In this episode of 'Mum's True Tea,' Kendall Lasha discusses the often unspoken reality of child-to-parent abuse, drawing parallels between the struggles of motherhood and the concept of kryptonite from the Superman narrative. She emphasizes the importance of recognizing when children become toxic and the need for mothers to prioritize their own mental health and well-being. Through personal anecdotes and statistics, Kendal...

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In this episode of Mum’s True Tea, host Kendall Lasha discusses the absurd reasons adult children give for going no contact with their parents, particularly mothers. She critiques the influence of social media and modern therapy on parenting narratives, emphasizing that affection and involvement are often misinterpreted as control or abuse. Lasha argues that the blame for adult children's struggles is unfairly placed on par...

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In this conversation, Kendall Lasha addresses the often-overlooked issue of parental abuse, discussing the emotional, verbal, and physical abuse that mothers may endure from their children. She emphasizes the importance of recognizing this abuse, setting boundaries, and taking action to protect oneself. The conversation highlights the need for mothers to reclaim their dignity and safety, encouraging them to speak up, seek s...

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In this episode of Mum's True Tea, host Kendall Williams discusses the emotional turmoil that comes with receiving unexpected communication from an estranged child. She emphasizes the importance of managing anxiety, setting boundaries, and protecting one's mental health while navigating these complex relationships. The conversation provides practical advice for mothers dealing with estrangement, focusing on the need for sel...

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In this episode of Mum's True Tea, host Kendall Lasha engages in a deep conversation with therapist Jeff James about the complex dynamics between black mothers and their sons. They explore the societal and systemic issues that contribute to the challenges faced by black families, the historical context of family structures, and the emotional responsibilities placed on children. The discussion also touches on the importance ...

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In this episode of Mum's True Tea, Kendall Lasha delves into the complex dynamics between mothers and their children, particularly focusing on the rising trend of labeling mothers as narcissists. She challenges the audience to reflect on their perceptions of motherhood, the impact of therapy on familial relationships, and the importance of empathy and understanding in the healing process. Through personal anecdotes and thou...

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In this episode of Mum's True Tea, I am going to address some of the complex challenges parents face in today's world, particularly regarding respect and communication with their adult children, how keeping parents from grandkids is a form of punishment and what parents are really going through. As I read through a series of listener emails and direct messages, I will share my insight and advice on navigating issues of estr...

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Join me and my guest Promise Israel as we discuss the current climate of parents navigating the evolving relationship dynamics with their adult children and why there seems to be a phenomenon of adult children now despising their parents. The conversation delves into the no contact phenomenon, accountability in parent-child relationships, and the overuse of the term narcissism in family dynamics. In this conversation, the s...

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In this conversation, I discuss the emotional burdens that mothers carry due to their children's choices, emphasizing the importance of shedding these burdens to achieve personal freedom and peace. I highlight some of the struggles of parenting, particularly in the face of addiction and legal troubles, rebellion, and advocate for authenticity and setting boundaries as essential steps for mothers to protect their mental heal...

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In this episode of Mum's True Tea, I dive into the the controversial topic of 'no contact' trend that's impacting relationships between parents and their adult children. I discuss the double standard that exists in these dynamics, the influence of social media and therapy culture, and the importance of setting boundaries for mental health. Through personal anecdotes and observations, I am heavy on emphasizing the need for o...

Join me as I discuss the emotional and psychological toll on Black women following the recent election results and how we need to Opt-Out of saving everyone else and heal from savior syndrome. We need to work hard at unraveling the encoding in our DNA that has made us the nurturers of others, learn to prioritize self-care, our mental well-being, and healing over the societal expectation to be saviors. The conversation explores the ...

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In this conversation, I discuss the painful and often overlooked issue of parental alienation, which occurs when one parent manipulates their child against the other parent after a breakup or divorce. I share examples of what parental alienation looks like and share some of my personal experiences with this dynamic, highlighting the emotional toll it takes on both the alienated parent and the child. The conversation emphasi...

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Join me in this conversation as I discuss the complexities and challenges of single motherhood, emphasizing that many women find themselves in this role unexpectedly and without choice. Listen to me discuss the emotional toll, societal judgment, and the resilience required to navigate this journey as a single mom. This a conversation that aims to foster empathy and understanding for single mothers, encouraging support from ...

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October is Domestic Violence Awareness month and In this episode I discuss the often-overlooked topic of parental abuse with my guest Alice Slaughter-Flowers who lost her sister Rosemary Pate to violence at the hands of her own son.

Join me as we explore the realities of parents living in fear of their own children, living under constant mental distress because of their children, being abused verbally and physcially and eve...

Don't be mad sis. Hear me out in this candid episode, as I dive into the complex dynamics that arise when mothers treat their sons like emotional partners or even stand-in husbands. With heartfelt insight and a dash of real talk, I touch on how these blurred lines can hinder a son's emotional growth and create unhealthy co-dependency. Tune in as I discuss the importance of self-awareness for moms, the need for clear boundaries, and...

In this eye-opening episode of Mum's True Tea, I dive deep into the emotional toll that motherhood can take on mental health, including how it can lead to PTSD. I explore the backlash I received for speaking this truth, especially as a single mom. Society often paints motherhood as a joyful experience, but for many, it’s far from the truth. Single moms face intense financial, emotional, and physical burdens, often with little to no...

In this episode I discuss how managing motherhood is more about moving through it and learning along the way. We don't really manage mothehood, motherhood manages us. Society often silences the struggles of mothers, but it's important to have support and express our true feelings about motherhood some days. It's okay to have regrets and struggles in motherhood. To navigate motherhood, it's important to let go of mom guilt, remove c...

In this episode, I discuss how some of us Gen X parents need to take accountability for how we may have gotten it wrong with our parenting and how we may have failed or enabled our children and the importance of setting boundaries with our children without feeling guilty.

I reflect on the independence and resilience of the Gen X generation and how we may have done our children a disservice by trying to be friends in lieu of parents...

PART 2

Because of the feedback that I received, I went a little deeper on this conversation in hopes it will encourage someone.

Welcome to Part 2 of this very personal Mum's True Tea w/Kendall Lasha episode as I discuss grieving the loss of an already estranged parent further and share some of the ways that I have been able to process such a loss. Come take a look and listen at some insight on navigating this form of grief and loss...