Codependency is a complex topic involving many feelings and behaviors. You can, however, learn to overcome codependency. Doing so brings about a great deal of freedom in your relationships and your life. 14 Tips for Overcoming Codependency The best way to begin is with professional help, such as therapy or counseling. A trained professional [...]
Wondering how to overcome codependency, or navigate a codependent relationship? If so, this article is for you. “I know what it’s like to lose yourself so badly that you don’t know if there’s a you or ever was one.” – Melodie Beattie What is Codependency? Many have defined the term over the years, and [...]
Close, meaningful, and one-of-a-kind relationships are a good thing. Even relationships where you know each other “inside and out” or possess the art of being able to finish one another’s sentence are awesome. Yes, knowing a person well and feeling connected is a wonderful thing all the way around. In fact, it was God’s [...]
“Codependency” is almost a catchphrase in popular culture. But what is the clinical definition of codependency, and how can you tell if this problem is characterizing your relationship? Let’s get into the details of what this condition is and how it plays out in real life. What is Codependency? A Definition So, when we [...]
Codependent Relationships Defined You may have first heard of the word codependency in the 1980s in the context of alcoholism and drug addiction. A “codependent” referred to the spouse or family member of someone who was struggling with substance abuse. To be “codependent” meant that the family member changed their life to adapt to [...]
Codependency is one of the most common aspects of an unhealthy relationship. While depending on each other can be a good thing in moderation, codependency causes one person to rely too heavily on the other, and can result in a whole host of emotional problems. Codependence: Healing the Human Condition author Charles L. Whitfield [...]
