Today's episode is the second half of a heartfelt exploration into the intricate world of mother-daughter relationships, featuring my guest, Erica Thomas. Erica, a seasoned psychotherapist with over 18 years of experience and the visionary force behind Vita Nova Counseling and Vita Nova Mother-Daughter Coaching in Liberty Hill, TX, joins us to take the conversation into part two, beyond identification of the patterns and toward the path to relationship repair.  As we transition into the second segment of this conversation, Marianne and Erica delve into the transformative journey of healing and reshaping relationships. With Erica's expertise as a guide, listeners learn to position themselves for healing, establish healthy boundaries, and untangle from the web of generational patterns. Practical steps for fostering healthy communication and connection are unveiled, alongside insights into breaking the cycle with the next generation.This two-part conversation is a valuable resource for anyone seeking to enrich their relationships, especially the complex one between mothers and daughters and offers a roadmap for understanding, healing, and transformation, while underscoring the power of connection, communication, and conscious change. This is truly a masterclass in navigating the intricate threads that bind us together as mothers and daughters.Part one of our conversation can be found here:Identifying the Patterns: Dysfunctional Generational Patterns in Mother-Daughter Relationships - Part One (messageinthemiddle.com)Erica Thomas is a Certified Mother-Daughter Coach, consultant, mentor, and trainer, assisting mental health professionals around the world navigate mother-daughter dynamics with their own clients.Vita Nova Mother-Daughter Coaching, LLC512.777.0899www.vitanovamotherdaughtercoaching.com Connect with Marianne: Website: Message In The Middle with Marianne Message In the Middle Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/422430469323847/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@MessageInTheMiddle/playlists LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/marianne-demello-smith-678b9966 Email: Contact | Message In The Middle with Marianne Subscribe to Message In the Middle: Apple Podcasts Spotify YouTube Leave Us a Review: If you enjoyed today’s episode, please leave a review and share your favorite takeaway. Your feedback helps us reach more listeners and bring you even more valuable content.Keep the conversation going - Join us for more insightful conversations in the Message in the Middle Private Facebook Community & subscribe to Message in th...