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Trauma Bonds & Mother Wounds

They Were Drawn to Your Light — Until It Lit Up Their Shadow

For those who attracted admiration and then attack — a course on being wanted for the wrong reasons.

8 weeks Intermediate 0 lessons Self-paced

What You'll Learn

  • Recognize the seen-but-not-respected pattern
  • Distinguish admiration from love
  • Hold your light without dimming for their comfort
  • Grieve the relationships that turned envious
  • Attract people who can bear your fullness

About They Were Drawn to Your Light — Until It Lit Up Their Shadow

The specific ache of being loved for the parts of you that expose someone else's wound. We name it here, and heal it.

Who this is for

This course is for adults ready to do gentle, structured emotional work. No prior experience needed — just curiosity and a willingness to feel.

How it works

Self-paced video lessons, downloadable worksheets, and a private space to journal your reflections. Your progress is saved as you go.

What you’ll need

20–30 minutes per week, a quiet space, and something to write with. That’s it.

Your Instructor

Tameka Lancaster, LCSW

Tameka Lancaster, LCSW

Founder · Licensed Clinical Social Worker

Licensed clinician with 15+ years of clinical experience helping individuals and couples navigate emotional healing, trauma recovery, and relational repair.

  • LCSW — Licensed Clinical Social Worker
  • ASWB ACE Approved Provider
  • 15+ Years Clinical Experience