Are you constantly taking responsibility for other people’s feelings, problems, or successes? You might be a high-functioning codependent. In this episode, psychotherapist Terri Cole is back sharing the sneaky pattern of overgiving and over-functioning that leads to burnout, resentment, and even sabotage your relationships and career. She breaks down how to recognize these behaviors and start your recovery. We talk about how to set boundaries, stop controlling outcomes, and prioritize self-care in a way that feels empowering. Get ready to stop fixing everyone else and start prioritizing yourself.
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HIGHLIGHTS
00:00 What does high-functioning codependency (HFC) look like?
06:00 Signs you might be an HFC.
11:30 How auto-advice giving creates resentment in relationships.
17:30 The difference between compromise and self-abandonment in partnerships.
25:00 How to stop trying to control others and reclaim your peace.
31:45 The red flags of taking on too much emotional responsibility.
39:00 Ways to deal with guilt when you feel you “should” do more.
45:00 How to improve your relationships by breaking the over-functioning cycle.
49:00 The FREE toolkit to help you start setting boundaries today!
RESOURCES
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Learn more about Terri’s Free HFC Toolkit HERE
Get your copy of Terri’s “Too Much: A Guide to Breaking the Cycle of High-Functioning Codependency” HERE
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