A brilliantly written book that addresses a unique trauma. It provided the psychological antidote I wanted. Diane Metcalf writes with confidence and clarity. Her compassionate voice will be a soothing balm for many broken and hurting hearts.

It is almost impossible to find words to describe my reading experience of ‘Lemon Moms.’ At times it triggered emotional responses- I personally relate, having grown up with a narcissistic family member. The author has a brilliant gift to share and I’m especially struck with the grace she shows. All I can say is: “Thank You & WOW.”

While the title of this book playfully refers to “lemon moms,” a play-off on lemon or defective vehicles, this is serious information. Metcalf treats the reader as an intelligent friend, guiding them through experiences that as a child the reader may have been taught to believe were normal. 

Lemon Moms: A Guide to Understand and Survive Maternal Narcissism is one of the best books I have read on this sensitive topic of maternal narcissism.

This book is terrific. I recommend it to all my patients who are working through these kinds of issues.

Great book!!! Explains a lot about my life and family. Finally got confirmation about my beliefs that I’m not “crazy” for lack of better words!!!! I recommend this book for anyone who is looking for answers.

This book is an amazing guide for anyone who has been affected (infected) by a toxic relationship!! Diane Metcalf skillfully outlines so many great strategies for changing one’s negative, destructive thought patterns to positive, empowering affirmations! It really is a must-read and ‘must share’!

Excellent book on creating your own affirmations and with some amazing affirmation examples too. I love how the book helps everyone with affirmations and if your life has been touched by trauma this is the book for you. You will learn to talk to yourself and get out of the rumination, anxiety, and overthinking cycles. I absolutely loved it and highly highly recommend it.

There are different sections for different types of affirmations according to the situation. Each section has an introduction, then lists many affirmations. They work best if you read them aloud daily. Your thoughts will start to become more positive, and you’ll start to feel better and believe in yourself more.