Andrea Vitz
Andrea Vitz, Jon Leon Guerrero
03-28-2025 Co-Dependence
03-28-2025 Co-Dependence
03-28-2025 Co-Dependence
Friday 28th March 2025
Dr. Vitz discusses co-dependence in relationships, offering insights on breaking free from controlling roles and embracing healthier dynamics.
8 minutes
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Episode Overview
- Recognise the origins of co-dependence from childhood roles.
- Understand the pressure and energy required to maintain control.
- Learn to let go of controlling others' emotions and actions.
- Embrace healthier relationship dynamics by allowing others to be themselves.
- Reflect on personal experiences to identify and change co-dependent patterns.
You have a biochemical addiction to embarrassment. You find it everywhere and you really want to protect other people and yourself from that chemistry.
In this episode of Levelheaded Talk, Dr. Andrea Vitz and Jon Leon Guerrero dive into the complexities of co-dependence within relationships. Have you ever felt like it’s your job to keep everyone happy and prevent any embarrassing moments? Dr. Vitz explores how such roles often start in childhood, especially for those who felt the need to maintain peace and control within their families.
She shares anecdotes about middle children who take on the role of family peacemakers, highlighting the immense pressure and energy this requires. This episode isn’t just about identifying these patterns but also about recognising the impact they have on your adult life and relationships. Dr. Vitz provides practical advice on how to break free from these roles, encouraging you to let others be themselves without trying to control their emotions or actions.
Guerrero adds a personal touch by sharing his experiences with a mentor who taught him the importance of not making perfection the enemy of the good. Together, they offer a compassionate and insightful look at co-dependence, making this episode a must-listen for anyone seeking to understand and improve their relationship dynamics. Ready to let go of the need to control and embrace a healthier way of relating to others? Tune in to hear Dr. Vitz’s expert advice and relatable stories.