What Relationship Have You Made Your Higherpower?What Relationship Have You Made Your Higherpower?
Know Your Crazy with Susan Denee
Susan Denee explores how we often make others our Higher Power and offers practical steps to reclaim our authority and achieve emotional independence.
0:00•23 Oct 2024
Reclaiming Your Authority: Stop Making Others Your Higher Power
Episode Overview
- Identify if someone has become your Higher Power.
- Understand the emotional jacket metaphor.
- Learn practical steps to reclaim your authority.
- Recognise common relationship hurdles.
- Shift focus back to yourself for emotional independence.
“Putting that much focus on a negative impact is going to wear you out, and the jerk person's probably going to, in some weird way, feed off of it”
Ever found yourself constantly thinking about someone else's moods, behaviours, or opinions? In this episode of 'Know Your Crazy with Susan Denee', Susan tackles the concept of making someone else your Higher Power. She explores how we often place undue importance on others, allowing their presence to dominate our thoughts and actions.
Whether it's a partner, a parent, or even a colleague, Susan breaks down the signs that you've given someone this level of control and offers practical steps to reclaim your own authority. Through relatable anecdotes and light-hearted humour, she discusses the 'emotional jacket' metaphor - a vivid way to understand how we wear others' emotions. Susan also shares personal stories from her coaching experiences, highlighting common relationship hurdles and how to overcome them.
If you're tired of walking on eggshells around someone or constantly seeking their approval, this episode is a must-listen. You'll learn how to shift your focus back to yourself and regain control over your life. Ready to take back your power? Tune in and start your journey towards emotional independence.

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