Emotionally Absent Mothers

audiobook (Unabridged) Breaking Free from the Deep Pain of Feeling Unseen, Unloved, and Unworthy as an Adult Child to Rediscover Your Self-Worth

By Vincenzo Venezia

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Did your mother's love always feel out of reach, conditional, or absent?

Have the wounds of being emotionally neglected by the person who should have nurtured you left lasting scars?

Are you searching for a way to understand, heal, and finally reclaim your sense of worth?


Growing up with an emotionally absent mother is a profound and isolating experience, often leaving adult children feeling invisible, unlovable, or like they never measured up. You may find yourself grappling with self-doubt, anxiety, and strained relationships, all while struggling to give yourself the compassion your childhood lacked.


If you recognize these signs in your mother, this book is for you:

  • Her affection depended on your achievements or behavior.
  • She kept her distance, and love felt transactional.
  • Your emotions were ignored or dismissed.
  • She rarely showed pride or joy in you.
  • Her unpredictable mood made you hyper-vigilant.
  • She prioritized her image over genuine connection.
  • Conversations focused on her struggles or needs.
  • You walked on eggshells to avoid her judgment.
  • Her emotional struggles overshadowed your needs.

  • These behaviors, and more, shape how you perceive yourself and others. The damage can be subtle yet all-encompassing, affecting your ability to trust, express emotions, or feel deserving of love and acceptance.


    But there is hope. This book offers compassionate guidance to help you recognize and heal these invisible wounds. Inside, you'll discover practical strategies to break free from destructive patterns, cultivate self-worth, and transform the legacy of emotional absence into one of resilience and emotional presence.

    You deserve healing, love, and a future free from the shadows of your past.

    Emotionally Absent Mothers