Although this is true of parents raising small children, if it happens in an adult relationship—especially if we sacrifice our own happiness and forego our own needs in favor of taking care of our partner’s well-being—then it is more likely a symptom of codependence. Children who grew up...
I’m sure this comes as no surprise to anyone, especially if you were privy to my excitement for “Ticked-Off Trannies with Knives”. In my humble opinion, so-called “alternative cinema” is a lot more daring and creative than anything else currently taking shape here in the good ol’ ...
If you have trouble leaving home, have a busy schedule, or feel more comfortable at home, you may consider signing up for an internet-based counseling service like BetterHelp. Online platforms may be more convenient, as they require a smart device and an internet connection instead of a commut...
Neither takers nor caretakers take responsibility for their own feelings and wellbeing. Takers generally attempt to have control over others' giving them the attention and admiration they want in overt ways, while caretakers attempt to have control over getting approval in more covert ways, such as...
Accessing these types of groups and programs is easier than ever before—most of them exist exclusively online or have online branches. 4. Read up on codependency. Admit it: If you want to learn more about anything, there’s nobody better to learn from the expert. Well, on the topic ...