Gwyneth Paltrow's mother is helping her deal with her split from Chris Martin.
The 41-year-old actress has been seeking comfort from Blythe Danner since it was announced last month she and the Coldplay frontman - who have children Apple, nine, and Moses, seven - were calling time on their 10-year marriage.
A source said: "She is feeling this real sense of failure. She tried to put on a brave face. But finally, as her mum tried to comfort her, she broke down."
The 'Iron Man 3' star is "all over the map emotionally" as she's struggling to deal with the continuous public speculation, while trying to come to terms with her split.
The source explained: "On one hand, she's glad they're going forward. But this is also such a painful time.
"She's a lot more sensitive than anybody knows. She's absolutely terrified that divorcing Chris will make her an even bigger target for everyone to hate on."
Although Chris initially wanted to work at their issues and save their marriage, friends now believe he's relieved they've ended their relationship.
One pal told American's OK! magazine: "There is a big part of Chris that's relieved. The marriage had become extremely suffocating for him."

Britain's Prince Andrew and Sarah Ferguson treated their daughter Princess Beatrice to a meal on Wednesday night (02.04.14).
The former couple, who divorced in 1996, proved they still remain on good terms as they joined their eldest daughter Beatrice, 25, for a dinner at Restaurant C in London.
The mother and daughter looked super stylish as the duchess showed off her newly slimmed down figure in a purple dress, which she teamed with cute flats.
Beatrice opted for a white shirt and knee-length skirt, but added a hint of sparkle by choosing to wear jewel-embellished ballet flats.
Andrew, 54, on the other hand, kept things traditional by wearing a navy tailored suit and matching blue tie.
The family looked happy as they tucked into a delicious Italian meal, before leaving and flashing their big smiles at awaiting photographers.
Despite ending their marriage 17 years ago, Andrew and Sarah have stayed friends for the benefit of Beatrice and Eugenie, 24, and are often seen together at events.
Meanwhile, Sarah is currently single, but Andrew has been linked to George Clooney's ex-girlfriend, Monika Jakisic.
However, the duchess insists she's not desperate to find a partner because she's just taking her life day-by-day.
She said previously: "I can't really answer questions about the future because I live so much in the present, for the excitement of today."

Glastonbury organisers insist they can't reveal the festival's final headline act until May due to "contractual reasons."
Festival boss Michael Eavis has already confirmed Arcade Fire and Kasabian to play on Friday, June 27 and Sunday, June 29 but his daughter Emily insists they can't announce the Saturday headliner until next month.
When asked about the final name, she told BBC 6 Music: "We can't give you that yet. We're under ... It's just for contractual reasons, but it'll be with you soon. We've got it all booked, it was all confirmed a couple of weeks ago. It's purely that we can't give it to you yet. The full line-up, the thousands and thousands of acts playing across the hundreds of stages, will be with you in May. This is just 80 or 90 bands, a few hand-picked to give you a taster."
The festival line-up at Worthy Farm this year also includes Lily Allen, Lana Del Rey, Blondie, Robert Plant and Jack White.
Emily also hinted that the former White Stripes hitmaker will not be appearing at any other UK festivals other than Glastonbury.
She said: "Getting Jack White was a really big deal for us. He's got a history here that goes way back and obviously he's had some brilliant moments here across all the stages.
"When he said he wanted to play here and didn't want to do any other UK festivals, we were really excited. Having him here on a big Pyramid [stage] slot will be just right - he's obviously got all the songs."

Tinchy Stryder's new music is inspired by Kendrick Lamar.
The British rapper has been hard at work on his new album and has been putting together a comprehensive collection of songs, which he says have been loosely influenced by the US hip-hop icon.
Speaking at the F&F Autumn/Winter 2014 fashion show at London's Somerset House, he exclusively told BANG Showbiz: "It's going really good, I would say the album is finished but it's never finished! A couple of days ago I went to the studio to record a new track. This time I'm being more picky. Even if a song is good, if it doesn't fit with the rest, it's out.
"Someone who has really inspired me is Kendrick Lamar. Not many albums I can listen to start to finish, his are like a journey. This album might be my fourth, but it feels like people are just are getting to know me. I'm starting to open to up."
The 'Number 1' hitmaker also revealed he would love to work with N-Dubz star Dappy for a third time, but remained coy as to whether fans could expect another collaboration on his new record.
Tinchy said: "I love N-Dubz, they're cool. I did 'Spaceship' with Dappy after 'Number 1'.You never know, we might end up in the studio and make something. Me and Dappy have got that connection, so who knows..."
The 27-year-old star isn't a fan of the overly-sexualised portrayal of women in hip-hop and says he won't be going all 'Blurred Lines' in his next music video.
He mused: "Hip-hop videos have always had that culture to it, but here in the UK you don't really see that a lot. I think it depends how you put yourself across. If you allow yourself to be portrayed in a certain way then you can only blame yourself ... I feel like when there a woman that respects herself, I respect them."
Tinchy was joined by stars including Billie and Sam Faiers, Amy Willerton and Sophie Ellis-Bextor at the F&F fashion show last night (03.04.14) to watch their new mens and womenswear collections go down the runway.

EastEnders' Max Branning will become a suspect in the upcoming murder of Lucy Beale.
The womaniser - played by Jake Wood - will become the prime focus in the chilling case after it was revealed in last night's (03.04.14) episode that he's been having an affair with the 20-year-old businesswoman (Hetti Bywater).
A source told the Daily Mirror newspaper: "This development is really set to put the cat amongst the pigeons in Albert Square.
"It will shock many viewers and also put Max closer that anyone to Lucy just weeks before she is killed."
This isn't the first time Max has struck up a relationship with a younger woman as he also had an affair with his late son Bradley's wife Stacey Branning (Lacey Turner) in 2007.
However, the news that Max is sleeping with Lucy could be enough to turn his recovering alcoholic daughter Lauren (Jacqueline Jossa), who is close friends with the blonde beauty, back to her old ways.
The source explained: "If Lucy's friend Lauren finds out it could be enough to send her back to the bottle. She will really struggle to cope."
Lucy will leave Walford later this month after she's brutally slaughtered by a fellow resident, but bosses are remaining tight-lipped on the identity of the killer until next February.

Amy Willerton isn't shocked Sam Faiers and Joey Essex have got back together.
The former Miss Universe contestant enjoyed a brief fling with 'The Only Way Is Essex' star during their stint on 'I'm A Celebrity... Get Me Out Of Here' last winter, but she insists she's thrilled the hunk has rekindled his romance with Sam.
Quizzed about the on/off couple's latest reunion, Amy exclusively told BANG Showbiz at the F&F Autumn/Winter 2014 fashion show last night (03.04.14): "No! Oh my gosh, I'm not surprised at all. It was always going to happen."
The blonde bombshell has never even exchanged words with Sam, who has just quit 'TOWIE' to focus on her relationship with Joey and her health after being diagnosed with Crohn's disease earlier this year.
She said: "I've never met Sam. I don't know, I've never felt the need to say anything. She's somebody I've not met or ever said anything bad about. Good luck to them. My direction, I'm heading more LA than Essex."
Amy also opened up about her former jungle campmate Rebecca Adlington, who recently had a nose job after receiving hurtful Twitter messages about her appearance, claiming the Olympic swimmer should feel confident within herself and believe in her own unique talents.
She said: "Honestly, I think beauty is subjective. Whenever Becky had an issue with herself I would say to her, 'Look at you, you've got a fiancé who loves you. I'm single, I'm by myself. You don't need to be envious of me.'
"My achievements as a model will last a maximum of 10 years, the gold medals she's got are going to last forever. There's no reason to feel doubtful about herself.
"She's a great girl and she's done some amazing things. For me, just be comfortable in your own skin, love yourself, look at yourself as an individual and what makes you beautiful. I had braces and acne, I'm not perfect."
Amy was joined by celebrities including Professor Green, Millie Mackintosh, Tinchy Stryder and Sam and Billie Faiers at the F&F autumn/winter 2014 fashion show held at London's Somerset House.
Guests sipped on champagne while watching the new electric indulgence-themed mens and womenswear collections go down the runway.

Holly Hagan's ex-boyfriend has joined 'Geordie Shore' for a brand new series.
The reality show will hit screens this summer and promises to be bigger and better than before after hunky host Aaron Chalmers joined the cast in Newcastle for series eight.
The 26-year-old lad is no stranger to the cast and is set to cause trouble in the house as he plans to team up with womaniser Gaz Beadle to make a "dream pulling machine".
With his dangerously good looks and tattooed physique, Aaron, who recently had a fling with Holly, may find himself caught up in a nasty love triangle along the way.
Meanwhile, Vicky Pattison is returning to the show and there's set to be a few feathers ruffled as she's keen to put Marnie Simpson, who joined in series seven, in her place.
Vicky said: "I've had a good long break, time to see my friends and family and do everything I've wanted to do, and now I can't wait to get back in and see the rest of the gang!
"Marnie is not the queen of the house, she's going to find it out the hard way if she doesn't change her ways."
Charlotte Crosby, Scotty T and James Tindale will also create their fair share of drama in the house as they are also returning for the upcoming series.
Charlotte said: "It's that time again! Back to Newcastle, back to the house of hangovers, crazy parties and even crazier people! And I can't wait! It's been to long! So long I'm not even sure I'm gonna recognise everyone when I get back! What on earth do we have in store this time? Who knows but whatever happens I am ready for it! Bring it on!"

Danny Miller is returning to 'Emmerdale'.
The 23-year-old actor - who was crowned Best Actor at the British Soap Awards in 2011 and 2012 - is set the reprise his role as Aaron Livesy, who he played from 2008 until 2012, later this year.
Show bosses are remaining tight-lipped on what will bring the hunk back to the dales, but it is believed his arrival will cause some trouble among the village residents.
A source told Soap Squawk: "Aaron has some unfinished business in the village, but fans will see that he's grown up a lot while he's been away - but in a good or bad way?"
Aaron was last seen fleeing to France with his boyfriend Ed Roberts (Lloyd Everitt) on the run from the police after he took the blame for a nasty fire, which his best friend Adam Barton (Adam Thomas) had started at the local garage.
However, viewers have since learned that Aaron has split up with his lover.
Danny has had to deal with a mixture of storylines during his time on the soap, including Aaron's sexuality, controversial assisted suicide plot, and self harming.
The star then went on to appear in ITV's 'Lightfields' and 'Scott & Bailey' following his departure two years ago.

Emma Stone had never fallen in love on-screen before working on 'The Amazing Spider-Man'.
The 'Crazy, Stupid, Love' actress and her boyfriend and co-star Andrew Garfield, who she's been dating since 2011, have been described as the new Audrey Hepburn and Spencer Tracy by Marvel's studio boss, Avi Arad, and Emma agrees with the comparison.
She told The Guardian newspaper's G2: "I could relate to that feeling, that all-encompassing, you'll-die-for-this-person first love. It's everything I felt in my first relationship, that total Romeo and Juliet story played out. I never had an opportunity to fall in love like that in a movie before."
The 25-year-old star, who plays Gwen Stacy alongside Garfield's Spider-Man, relates to her character because she claims she was "ambitious" when she was young.
She explained: "Gwen is clear on what she wants to do with her life - in terms of her job and her sense of purpose. I think and hope that I am in the same ballpark there.
"Science-wise, though, she is much better than me."
Stone has since grown accustomed to the attention which comes with her role in superhero franchise, although she admits she still finds certain aspects strange.
She said: "More work has come my way and it has compromised my anonymity. That loss is weird, I get to hear my name a lot more, 'Emma! Emma!' it's a bit odd."

Kevin Spacey isn't interested in "crap" movie roles.
The 'House of Cards' star's last appearance in a film was in 2011 comedy 'Horrible Bosses', and aside from working on the sequel, for a reported $1 million, his focus has been on TV and theatre because he claims film-makers don't offer him good enough parts.
He said: "You'd be shocked. There are a lot of people out there who offer roles to actors because they'll elevate their movie to a place the movie would never reach.
"They offer them a s**tload of money for a crap part, but it doesn't make the movie any better. And I'm not interested in elevating someone's crap movie."
The 54-year-old actor confessed, however, that he would happily work with the legendary director behind movies such as 'The Wolf of Wall Street', 'Gangs of New York' and 'The Departed'.
He told The Hollywood Reporter: "Unless it's Martin Scorsese, and it's a really significant role, f**k off."
Nevertheless, Spacey is in talks to take on the role of former British Prime Minister Winston Churchill in an upcoming biopic, but aside from that he claims he's going to focus on his commitments as director of The Old Vic theatre in London.
He added: "It was absolutely unappealing to me to end up in a lot of movies I shouldn't do, to start showing up and doing the same thing over and over."

Jennifer Garner's says her charity work has made her a better mother.
The 'Butter' actress - who has two daughters, Violet, eight, and Seraphina, five, and two-year-old son Samuel with her husband Ben Affleck - started working with children's rights organisation Save the Children six years ago and she insists helping out families that are struggling has helped her to be less stressed about juggling her own children and her career.
She told the latest issue of People magazine: "It's given me so much empathy for other moms, and more patience with myself. And with my kids, it's chilled me out, just knowing eye-to-eye connection matters. It's so much more simple than we all make it."
Jennifer, 41, was motivated to work with Save The Children because she wanted to help disadvantaged kids in her home country of America.
She added: "There's so much need all over the world, but for years I kept thinking, 'What about the kids that I grew up next to in West Virginia?' So six years ago, I started working with Save the Children, which helps rural America climb out of poverty.
"I've seen first hand how a little bit of encouragement from someone telling a mom, 'You can do this' can change a kid's life. Watching the light go on between a mom and her child is a total thrill."

Jennifer Aniston is thinking about becoming a Buddhist.
The former 'Friends' star has been inspired to embrace spirituality by her friend Demi Moore and as well as learning more about Buddhism she is also exploring Kabbalah.
A source told the latest issue of America's OK! magazine: "As Jen gets older, she feels she's benefit from guidance. She's been talking to friends and has been interested in learning more about several religions, including Buddhism."
Jennifer - who is engaged to actor Justin Theroux - had dinner with Demi recently and took the opportunity to quiz the 'Ghost' star about her belief in Kabbalah, which is a mystical off-shoot off Judaism.
Jennifer, 45, was fascinated by what Demi, 51, said about her faith but is believed to be leaning towards Buddhism because she is such an ardent follower of yoga.
The source revealed: "Jen was struck by how calm and centred Demi seemed. Jen was intrigued and decided to get private lessons. She loves the idea of studying something spiritual, and she already does yoga, so it seems like a natural next step."