Why Do People Treat Codependents Badly? Because They Allow It!
Nobody, under any circumstances, has the right to treat another person badly, with disdain or aggression. Given some of the stories I hear in therapy, you are correct in questioning whether such advice exists at all.
New Podcast: Is There A Codependency Type?
Join me on my latest podcast where I will be looking at the types of codependent I have observed over the years and the behaviour associated with each type. This is not a formal diagnosis.
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.
Where To Draw The Line: Codependents and Decision-making
For a codependent, the capacity to recognise the need to make a choice and the bravery to follow it through might be the difference between being in an abusive, manipulative relationship and being in a relationship that is both meaningful and rewarding.
Let’s Talk About Codependency And Anxiety
What is it about codependents that prevents them from accessing a mode of thought that is generally accurate in terms of the road forward? It is a question to which I hope to provide an answer in this piece…
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…
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…
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…
Yes, It Is Easier Said Than Done: Changing Codependent Conditioning
Many people in therapy talk about transformation and make the assertion that it’s easier said than done, and I agree with that sentiment. It is far easier to talk about altering your mindset or your circumstances than it is to really go through with such changes…