Will Young
Will Young
Codependency and JAAQ
Codependency and JAAQ
Codependency and JAAQ
Tuesday 1st August 2023
Will Young and Dr. Jane Halsall unravel codependency's impact on relationships, offering practical tips for healthier emotional well-being.
38 minutes
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Will Young
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Mindfulness & Emotional Wellbeing
Sobriety Toolkit
Healing Relationships
Healing from Sexual Trauma
Spiritual & Personal Growth Journeys
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Episode Overview
- Codependency is not limited to addictive relationships but can impact various dynamics in life.
- There are different forms of codependency, including the disempowered codependent and the falsely empowered caretaker.
- Codependents often struggle with setting healthy boundaries and recognizing their own needs.
- Self-awareness and therapy play crucial roles in identifying and addressing codependent behaviours.
- Understanding codependency and its impact can lead to healthier relationships and improved emotional well-being.
The thing about codependency is, it's not just in addictive relationships, it could be your co-worker, a toxic friendship, a family dynamic, or a parenting dynamic. It's a survival tactic for managing different relationships in your life.
What happens when our need to help others becomes a problem? In this episode of The Wellbeing Lab, host Will Young sits down with counselling psychologist Dr. Jane Halsall to untangle the complex web of codependency. Dr. Halsall brings her expertise in addiction to the table, shedding light on how codependency affects not just romantic relationships, but friendships, family ties, and even workplace dynamics.
She shares practical tips on recognizing codependent patterns, setting healthy boundaries, and the importance of self-awareness in breaking free from these habits. The episode also features a special segment with Danny Gray from Just Ask A Question (JAAQ), an online platform that connects people with mental health professionals to answer burning questions on various topics. This engaging discussion is packed with actionable advice and resources, including must-read books by Melody Beattie and Pia Mellody.
Whether you're struggling with codependency yourself or trying to support someone who is, this episode offers valuable insights and practical tools for fostering healthier relationships and emotional well-being.