Ep 4. Secret Curse: Like Mother, Like Daughter
- TV14
- February 2, 2019
- 41 min
Iyanla Vanzant returns with a brand new season of her hit show, Iyanla, Fix My Life. In episode 4 of season 9, titled "Secret Curse: Like Mother, Like Daughter," Iyanla takes on the complex issue of generational curses.
In this episode, Iyanla meets with a mother and daughter duo, both of whom are struggling with the same issues of addiction and trauma that have plagued their family for generations. The mother, Carla, is a recovering addict who has been sober for two years, but her relationship with her daughter, Brandy, is strained due to years of addiction and abusive behavior.
Brandy, who is also struggling with addiction, is desperate for a way out of the destructive patterns that have been passed down through her family. She reveals to Iyanla that she believes she is under a secret curse that has been passed down through generations of women in her family.
As Iyanla delves deeper into the family history, she discovers heartbreaking stories of abuse, neglect, and trauma that have been passed down from mother to daughter for generations. She confronts Carla and Brandy about their toxic behaviors towards each other, and challenges them to break the cycle of abuse and addiction that has plagued their family for so long.
Throughout the episode, Iyanla uses her unique brand of tough love to help Carla and Brandy confront their demons and find a path towards healing. She encourages them to take accountability for their actions and to focus on the present moment, rather than being controlled by the past.
As the episode unfolds, viewers will be drawn into a powerful and emotional journey as Iyanla helps this mother and daughter to confront their deepest fears and break free from the generational curse that has held them back for so long.
Overall, "Secret Curse: Like Mother, Like Daughter" is a poignant and timely episode that tackles some of the most complex issues facing families today. Through Iyanla's guidance and gentle guidance, Carla and Brandy are empowered to take control of their lives and break free from the patterns that have been limiting them for generations.