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EPISODE · May 12, 2026 · 55 MIN

Why high achievers can be the most codependent | Lisa A. Romano

from The Hell. Happiness. Repeat. Podcast · host Rebecca Gillis

Send us Fan MailRebecca sits down with Lisa A. Romano — globally recognized coach and bestselling author who has helped millions break free from codependency and overperformance.This is the conversation Rebecca wishes she had years ago.Learn why people who look the most put together are often the most internally driven, anxious, and disconnected.If you’re constantly performing, achieving, or proving… this episode will help you understand why and how to change.In this episode: What codependency actually is — and why most people misunderstand it  Why high achievers are often the most quietly codependent people in the room  Why healthy love can feel uncomfortable — and even wrong  What’s really happening in your nervous system when you set a boundary  Why breaking patterns feels exhausting (and why that’s not a sign you’re doing it wrong)  How the brain’s default mode network keeps you stuck in old patterns  How perfectionism and people-pleasing are survival strategies rooted in childhood  What it actually looks like to sit with your feelings instead of outsourcing them  How to build a business from purpose instead of ego Why chasing money and validation will never feel like enough Work with Lisa A. Romano12 Week Breakthrough Coaching Program 8 Week MasterclassSoul School Find Lisa: Website: lisaaromano.com  Podcast: Breakdown to Breakthrough YouTubeInstagram Join us for a new episode each week! Enjoyed the episode? Leave a review on Apple Podcasts and share with friends!Ready for your free breakthrough call? Book now. Take the B*S Belief Detector Test and book your free extended breakthrough session with me. Ready to take the next step with Hellistic Healing 1:1 Coaching? Visit hellhappinessrepeat.com to learn more, book a free call or get started.Follow us on Instagram @hellhappinessrepeat for daily content, tips and personal stories. Join our Facebook Community to stay connected with others on the same path.  Have questions or want to share ? Use #HellHappinessRepeat on social media. Sign up for our newsletter to stay updated and get access to free content, courses, workshops and events.This podcast is for educational and informational purposes only and is not a substitute for medical, mental-health, or nutritional advice....

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Send us Fan Mail Rebecca sits down with Lisa A. Romano — globally recognized coach and bestselling author who has helped millions break free from codependency and overperformance. This is the conversation Rebecca wishes she had years ago. Learn why people who look the most put together are often the most internally driven, anxious, and disconnected. If you’re constantly performing, achieving, or proving… this episode will help you understand why and how to change. In this episode: What ...

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