The Process Of Letting Go Is Difficult For Codependents

Break-ups can be nasty experiences and we all go through them. The best case scenario is that a couple can mutually agree to separate and logically work through that process. However, the presence of emotion and sometimes extreme emotion, makes that seemingly simple process extremely difficult.

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Top 3 Posts Of 2021!

Free From Codependency is devoted to educating readers about all aspects of codependent recovery, including the underlying causes and symptoms of the condition. It is a service that I am pleased to provide. At this time of year, I like to take a look back at the blog to see what topics people were actually interested in while they were reading it. Given the complexities of the issue, it is not unexpected that some of the most in-depth facets of codependency were the most popular. The top three most popular posts from the year 2021 have been reproduced here for your reading pleasure…

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What Is Anger And Why Codependents Can Be Angry People

Anger transcends feelings. Indeed, your body goes into overdrive when it detects a danger. It begins by releasing adrenaline, the “fight or flight” hormone. Your heart rate accelerates and your blood pressure rises in response. Simultaneously, your senses are stimulated, your muscles tense, and your hands and cheeks flush…

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Insights From A Year Of Online Group Therapy

A revelation for me in 2021 has been the insights acquired through the numerous group therapy sessions that I have facilitated this year, which are detailed here. I made the decision to include group therapy as one of the services I provide at the beginning of this year…

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