10 lessons from Will I Ever Be Good Enough?
10 lessons I learned from the book Will I Ever Be Good Enough? by Dr. Karyl McBride 1. A mother’s love should build you, not break you. If you grew up feeling invisible, not enough, or only loved when you achieved something—that wasn’t love, it was conditional approval . You’re not crazy for hurting; you’re recognizing the wound. 2. Narcissistic mothers often steal your sense of self. They make you question your reality, your emotions, and your worth. You were trained to meet their needs first. This book gives you permission to finally put yourself first—and not feel guilty. 3. Daughters of narcissistic mothers carry invisible burdens . You may find yourself people-pleasing , over-achieving, or feeling unworthy in relationships. These aren’t personality flaws. They’re survival patterns —and they can be unlearned. 4. You don’t have to keep performing for love. One of the hardest truths: your mother may never give you the love you long for. But that doesn’t mean you’re unlovable. ...