There are plenty of things toxic people do to manipulate people and situations to their advantage. Here are 12 of them. Knowing them will help you to avoid falling under the influence: They’ll keep you guessing about which version of them you’re getting. They’ll be completely lovely one...
Having struggled with codependent relationships as a result, it was through BDSM that they were able to connect with their desires and learn how to communicate them. "While participating in BDSM, I was able to look deep within, learn about exactly what I enjoy and what I want, and ...
In contrast,codependent relationshipsexist between partners who rely predominantly on each other for their sense of value or purpose. People in codependent relationships tend to neglect themselves while over-prioritizing their partners’ values, needs, and dreams. The result? A painful and tangible ...
Codependency in relationships is the largest addiction in the world, and I was one of those people who was incredibly codependent in life. So, how to stop being codependent in your relationship? First, let’s take a look at some of the signs to see if you, like me , are really codepe...
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This dynamic between lovers, friends, and family isn't healthy, but it is possible to get to the root of the problem and make a change.
Learning to say no and valuing personal time Reducing anger, hurt, and feelings of being used Increasing self-esteem and self-worth Feeling good by not participating in unhealthy behaviors Not becoming codependent Present Multiple Addiction Treatment Options ...
Start with your own daily self-care. This can look different for each one of us, but the key is to do something for you and your own well-being every day. Ideally, you’re doing something that can help you feel more grounded in the present moment, as this should alsohelp you become...
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1. Codependent andcounter-dependent behavior Codependency is what happens when we have no sense of our true needs, wants, and values. When we are out of touch with our authentic self and when we lack an identity, we can easily merge with others.Merging with others is dangerous because with...