Are you grappling with what I call, Mama Drama? This “Mom”-entous Drama.

Yep — the emotional rollercoaster with the woman who brought you into this world.

Or maybe your relationship with your mom is solid — but there’s someone else (hello MIL, sister, aunt, stepmom) who constantly knows how to press your buttons.

Either way, if family dynamics leave you feeling triggered, drained, or second-guessing yourself — this is for you.

⚠️ Quick disclaimer: If you’re navigating emotional or physical abuse, that goes beyond coaching. Please seek guidance from a licensed therapist.

Recently, I was tagged in a Facebook thread by clients and friends to support a mom overwhelmed with MIL drama.

She shared how, no matter what she does, her mother-in-law continues to treat her differently — playing favorites with the other daughter-in-law and even extending that behavior to the grandkids.

She’s exhausted, heartbroken, and wondering if cutting ties is the only option left.

Sound familiar?

Whether it’s your mom, your MIL, or anyone who feels like an emotional porcupine in your life — constantly poking at your peace — the steps I shared in that thread can help.

Here’s how to handle the drama without losing your mind, your grace, or your calm.

Ever feel like you’re stuck in a one-way relationship?

You reach out.

You try to connect.

You pour in.

And it’s met with… nothing.

Or worse — criticism, guilt, or comparison.

Whether it’s your mom, your MIL, or another key figure in your life — this kind of “Mama Drama” hits deep.

And when you’re already stretched thin juggling work, family, and responsibilities — it doesn’t take much to tip you over the edge.

Most of the high-functioning, accomplished women I coach don’t fall apart over the big things — it’s the slow drip of unreciprocated relationships, passive-aggressive comments, emotional neglect, and feeling like they’ll never be “enough.”

Their stories may sound different, but the themes are consistent:

• Being overlooked
• Competing with siblings
• Carrying childhood wounds into adulthood
• Wanting closeness but constantly hitting walls
• Feeling unloved, unseen, or just…tired

I firmly believe these instigators reveal areas where we need to work on ourselves.

The decision to sever ties is always an option, but I also believe that there’s valuable work to be done before making such a significant decision.

Here’s what I want you to know:

You can reclaim your peace — even if the person never changes.
This isn’t about being passive or pretending you’re okay with bad behavior.
It’s about reclaiming your emotional power so you decide how you feel — not them.

If this hits close to home, ask yourself:

Do I want to stay stuck in reaction mode, or step into my own peace?

Is the energy I’m giving to this relationship causing me pain?

Is this affecting how I show up for the other people who love me?

When it comes to the drama with your mom, it hits even harder. She’s the one who’s supposed to be all about love, acceptance, and support, right? Mastering strategies to handle this can set you up to tackle just about anything else life throws your way.

Here are some strategies to help:

1. Allow Your Emotions
   You’re human. Anger, sadness, frustration — it’s all valid.
   But don’t live there. Pain is a place to pass through, not set up camp in.

2. Get Aware + Curious – Notice when your thoughts spiral and how they leak into other areas of life — especially your marriage.
   Spoiler: MIL drama can strain even the best relationships when left unprocessed.
3. Don’t Compare – Someone else’s “perfect” mom or MIL relationship has nothing to do with you.
   Comparing only drains your joy and feeds the wound.
   My goal as a coach? To guide you towards such a profound level of inner peace that the actions of others gradually lose their power to disturb you, even if it’s someone you love dearly.

4. Practice Radical Acceptance
   You don’t have to like it.
   You don’t have to approve.
   But wishing they’d change when they clearly won’t – only hurts you.
   Acceptance is the boundary between peace and resentment. It’s the start of freedom.

When you truly commit to this process, you’ll begin to feel lighter —
In your body, in your mind, in your home, and in your life.

Your energy shifts.
Your relationships evolve.
Your confidence grows.
And the emotional rollercoaster? Finally slows down.

Let’s be honest – this work isn’t easy. But it is life-changing.

You don’t have to keep holding your breath, waiting for someone else to do better.

You get to do better for you.

And I can help you get there, if you want it.

If you’re done being emotionally hijacked by family dynamics, let’s talk.