Codependency Support Group
Codependency is defined as someone who exhibits too much, and often inappropriate, caring for another person's struggles. A codependent person may try to change, or feel shame about their most private thoughts and feelings if they conflict with the other person's struggles. If you are on a journey towards self-love, this support group is for you. Join us and find others...
I'm new to this website and group. I'm excited about having a supportive and empathetic community.
I'm a recovering codepenant. I came from an emotionally abusive and narcissistic household and I'm still trying to learn how to break free of the claws of my narcissistic mother.
I'm in a happy, healthy relationship and I'm so grateful for that. He is an angel on earth and has been so supportive in my entire recovery process.
Lately I've been struggling with making and keeping strong boundaries. I'm getting married so naturally all the craziness has been following... Its been catastrophic trying to deal with my family. I'm really struggling to take care of myself and my needs.
What has help you create healthy emotional distance and boundaries? What are some "power phrases" you use to help yourself cope?
-StephMyLife
Stay on your side of the street
Let your no be no and your yes be yes
and my all time favorite...Get off the dance floor!
No one is responsible for my happiness .
I am not a victim
I am enough
I don't have to be liked admired , respected by everyone for everything I do .
My feelings matter.
Not my circus, not my monkeys. (This just makes me laugh)
Quit pole vaulting over mouse turds! (Heard this in a group one time and loved it because it's true)
So, how's that working for you? (Wrote a blog post on this one years ago. Have to laugh when I ask myself this.)