High-Functioning Codependency: Are You Too Strong for Your Own Good?

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Do you feel like you have to handle everything yourself? Are you the one everyone relies on, even when you're drowning in stress? In this episode, we dive into high-functioning codependency—what it looks like, how it impacts your health and relationships, and why it’s so hard to recognize. We'll explore the hidden toll of constantly meeting others' needs at your own expense, the long-term effects on stress and well-being, and, most importantly, how to break free. If you've ever wondered whether your strength is actually keeping you stuck, this episode is for you.

Journal prompts from Lestallion blog:

1. Reflect on a time when you felt overly responsible for someone else's emotions. How did it make you feel, and what did you learn from that experience?Describe a situation where you neglected your own needs to please someone else. What were the consequences, and how did it affect your sense of self-worth?
2. Think about a relationship in your life that feels unbalanced. What are the dynamics at play, and how does it impact your emotional well-being?
3. Write about a time when you felt anxious about someone else's approval. What were you afraid of, and how did it influence your actions?
4. Consider your boundaries. Are there any relationships where your boundaries are often crossed? How can you reinforce them more effectively?

Prior episode on codependency: Episode 7 "Lets talk codependency"

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