Changing old patterns
Many people who struggle with codependent behaviours describe a constant urge to rescue, fix, or manage others. If this sounds familiar, it’s important to know: these patterns are not a personal flaw. They are learned survival strategies developed in response to early emotional experiences. Understanding how childhood trauma shapes codependency is the first step toward …
Codependency is a word that gets used a lot, but it can be hard to fully understand. At its core, codependency is about losing yourself in relationships – whether that’s with a partner, family member, or friend. People who struggle with codependency often put others’ needs before their own, feel responsible for other people’s emotions, …
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In families affected by trauma, addiction, or unresolved conflict, children often take on certain roles as a way to survive. These roles—sometimes called “the golden child,” “the scapegoat,” “the mascot,” and more—are coping strategies children develop to make sense of a chaotic environment. It’s important to know that these roles aren’t fixed. Many children take …
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