Codependency: Reclaiming Your Worth and Power

Episode 2 of the Words Never Spoken podcast, hosted by Jill Douglas and Carmen Walsh, titled "Codependency: Reclaiming Your Worth and Power" was published on November 14, 2023 and runs 70 minutes.

November 14, 2023 ·70m · Words Never Spoken

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Episode 2. Codependency: Reclaiming Your Worth and Power Codependency is defined as a dysfunctional relationship pattern in which an individual excessively relies on and prioritizes the needs and approval of another person, often to the detriment of their own well-being and self-identity. If you find yourself isolated or feeling on edge in a partnership, or if you have ever thought to yourself “it’s not that bad” and made excuses for someone else’s behavior or kept it hidden, you could be in a codependent relationship. Most of us have either been in one of these relationships or know someone who is. We can stay stuck in this type of relationship for years, not recognizing the unhealthy habitual patterns we’re living. We can also carry a lot of self-judgment and shame about being in relationships like this. Today, our guest and co-host of the show, Carmen Walsh, shares vulnerably about her journey of codependency and healing. Beginning almost from birth, she had circumstances that very easily led to this habitual way of behaving that she didn’t recognize as codependency for almost 35 years. Carmen shares very real and raw moments from her life, gives tips for those who are experiencing codependency, and offers hope that there is a positive side to this challenging experience. We address these main points for our listeners: How do you know if you are in a codependent relationship? What can you do if you want to get out of one and don’t know how? What are the least helpful things you could say to a loved one in a codependent relationship? How can you help someone you love to get out of one? If you or someone you love is in a codependent relationship, know you are not alone. Listed below are some resources to help you: Book: Codependent No More - Melody Beattie Support Group: Codependents Anonymous Additional Resources: Substance Abuse and Mental Health (SAMHSA) helpline; Google a local therapist or substance abuse office And we are here for you as well. While we are not licensed counselors or therapists, we do care and can lend loving support and suggest a next step for you to take. If you’d like to get in touch with us, please email us at [email protected]. If you’d like to be a guest on our show and share your own courageous story, please fill out this guest application form, and we will be in touch!

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Episode 2. Codependency: Reclaiming Your Worth and Power

Codependency is defined as a dysfunctional relationship pattern in which an individual excessively relies on and prioritizes the needs and approval of another person, often to the detriment of their own well-being and self-identity.

If you find yourself isolated or feeling on edge in a partnership, or if you have ever thought to yourself “it’s not that bad” and made excuses for someone else’s behavior or kept it hidden, you could be in a codependent relationship.

Most of us have either been in one of these relationships or know someone who is. We can stay stuck in this type of relationship for years, not recognizing the unhealthy habitual patterns we’re living. We can also carry a lot of self-judgment and shame about being in relationships like this.

Today, our guest and co-host of the show, Carmen Walsh, shares vulnerably about her journey of codependency and healing. Beginning almost from birth, she had circumstances that very easily led to this habitual way of behaving that she didn’t recognize as codependency for almost 35 years. Carmen shares very real and raw moments from her life, gives tips for those who are experiencing codependency, and offers hope that there is a positive side to this challenging experience.

We address these main points for our listeners:

How do you know if you are in a codependent relationship?
What can you do if you want to get out of one and don’t know how?
What are the least helpful things you could say to a loved one in a codependent relationship?
How can you help someone you love to get out of one?

If you or someone you love is in a codependent relationship, know you are not alone. Listed below are some resources to help you:

Book: Codependent No More - Melody Beattie
Support Group: Codependents Anonymous
Additional Resources: Substance Abuse and Mental Health (SAMHSA) helpline; Google a local therapist or substance abuse office

And we are here for you as well. While we are not licensed counselors or therapists, we do care and can lend loving support and suggest a next step for you to take. If you’d like to get in touch with us, please email us at [email protected].

If you’d like to be a guest on our show and share your own courageous story, please fill out this guest application form, and we will be in touch!

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