Attachment, codependency, and mental health (Episode 199)

Why is it so hard to let go of our attachments, even to people and things that we know are bad for us?! 😱😰What is attachment, and what’s the difference between healthy attachment and unhealthy attachments? If you’ve ever found yourself getting too attached to someone or something, or dealing with abandonment issues, then you’ve come to the right place!Most, if not all, of us have experienced a situation or relationship that feels ‘icky’ (the proper scientific term, obviously) but it’s tough to let go. In this new episode of the Let’s Talk About Mental Health podcast I’m talking about how to manage attachment in a healthy way. So, let’s talk!👋💬 PS: When you’re done I’d love to know what you think, so let me know in the comments or find me on Instagram at www.instagram.com/ltamentalhealth 😃And for more tips, watch my video about how to break free from unhealthy relationships: https://youtu.be/iFSoyDgkRKo ***************************Improve your mental health in just 10-15 minutes a day with my Daily Reflection Tool and Self Care Planner! Just $12.50 AUD (about $9 USD), find it here: https://sowl.co/s/bsw5ZB  ***************************About Let’s Talk About Mental Health:Let's Talk About Mental Health is the weekly podcast that teaches you how to look after your mental health, with simple ideas that draw on both quality research and the experience of writer and host Jeremy Godwin. Each episode focuses on practical things you can do to improve your mental health and take control of your wellbeing. Discover the podcast all about better mental health and join listeners in over 170 countries worldwide!Let's Talk About Mental Health. Because the more we talk about it, the easier it gets.***************************► Read the transcript for this episode: http://letstalkaboutmentalhealth.com.au/?p=11701  ► Ad-free early access via Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/jeremygodwin► Join my free mailing list for transcripts and my weekly newsletter: https://letstalkaboutmentalhealth.com.au/subscribe/► Let’s Talk About Mental Health on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ltamentalhealth/► Jeremy Godwin on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/itsjeremygodwin ► Find past episodes at: https://letstalkaboutmentalhealth.com.au/episodes/► Visit my website: www.ltamh.com ***************************Resources: 📚 Buy my book Life Advice That Doesn't Suck!: https://jeremygodwin.com.au/latds/  📚 Buy my book Let’s Talk About Mental Health (Volume One): https://jeremygodwin.com.au/ltamhbook1/  ***************************#attachment #unhealthyrelationships #takecontrol #mentalhealth #mentalhealthpodcast #mentalhealthmatters #wellness #assertiveness #calm #mindset #growth #acceptance #peaceofmind #betterrelationships #ltamhpodcast #letstalkaboutmentalhealth #ltamh #mentalhealthtips #wellbeing #mentalwellbeing #mentalhealthpodcasts #bettermentalhealth #mentalhealthawareness #improveyourmentalhealth #selfhelp #selfcare #depression #anxiety #mentalwellness