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What Drives You with Kevin Miller
Doing Too Much! Your Superhuman Efforts Are Hurting More Than Helping & How You Can Claim Peace w/ Renowned Psychotherapist Terri Cole
Oct 14, 2024
Terri Cole, a renowned psychotherapist and author of "Too Much: A Guide to Breaking the Cycle of High-Functioning Codependency," dives into the complexities of high-functioning codependency. She discusses the internal struggles faced by seemingly successful individuals, especially women, who often prioritize others over their own needs. The conversation reveals how excessive caregiving can lead to burnout and emphasizes the importance of setting personal boundaries. Listeners will find practical insights for embracing self-care and fostering healthier relationships.
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- High-functioning codependency (HFC) is a subtle form of codependency that disrupts balance between helping others and self-care.
- Overextending oneself with good intentions often leads to burnout, resentment, and feeling unappreciated in personal and societal contexts.
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Exploring High-Functioning Codependency
The concept of high-functioning codependency (HFC) is introduced as a nuanced form of codependency that often goes unrecognized, affecting highly capable individuals who are accustomed to managing their responsibilities and helping others. It emphasizes their struggle with balancing their own needs while constantly providing support to others, stemming from a strong desire to control situations and outcomes. Users of this label often reject the traditional view of codependency, feeling misunderstood and overburdened, as they find it more difficult to acknowledge their codependent patterns due to their perceived strengths. Acknowledgment of HFC highlights the internal conflict experienced by these individuals between the need to be self-sufficient and the compulsion to accommodate others.
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