codependent relationship abuse problems
You might think that your boyfriend/girlfriend is a junky and does not deserve to be with you. But after all these months or years of relationship, have you stopped to wonder how come you ended up falling in love for “that kind of person”?
Codependency is a psychological puzzle that few individuals have the guts to explore within themselves. You might not be into cocaine, heroin or alcoholic drinks, but you have created a very strong bond to someone who is.
Living with a drug addict If you are living with a relative or loved one who is addicted to drugs, you must be prepared to face any type of situation that may occur along the way. Drug addiction is unbearable and harmful not only for the addicted person, but also for the family and friends around them. The emotional and…
Gone with the Dog It’s been 2 years and 21 days, since my Golden Retriever took her love away… She was a hyper active, golden haired dog who always chose to fetch the ball or Frisbee instead of being caressed. My aunt unofficially diagnosed her with ADD (Attention Deficit Disorder and Hyperactivity). Even when we all know that such is…
Finding balance We know that today, the needs, demands and activities that a woman has are too many. It is necessary that she divide her time effectively in order to be a good professional, mother, wife and friend, among others. I am going to share some tips that have worked for me: Be open about your needs. Others will…
Gregot & The Power of Music (Lizards as Pets) There are popular and unpopular pets, just as it happens with people. Cats, dogs, parrots, hamsters and goldfish are among the first group. On the opposite spectrum, there are snakes, spiders and other creatures that most people would agree they belong to the zoo rather than your son’s bedroom. However, some…
The importance of cultivating GRATITUDE in our lives “If the only prayer you ever uttered in your entire life was ‘Thank you,’ that would be enough,” Meister Eckhart. Gratitude is an essential part of your personal development and in order to have a happy and satisfying life. You will wonder if what I say is real, or if this is…
Being a Single Mom Being a single mother is not easy, and neither is being a mother in a relationship. Children, to a greater or lesser extent, are demanding, they need constant attention and care that can sometimes be overwhelming. Because in general, that attention that children require is given them without regard, but with the addition that this means…
How to create good boundaries “Daring to set boundaries is about having the courage to love ourselves even when we risk disappointing others.” – Brene Brown, PhD. Setting limits for yourself and honoring the limits of others is not a common thing, nor are there instructions to do it right or wrong. But as you practice, you will learn…
The Importance of me time In today’s hectic world, it’s easy enough to prioritize others first. Most people, due to their occupations or jobs, family, and the occasional “extracurricular” activity, come to think that they have no time for themselves. There are even cases of people who feel guilty for spending time alone. The fact that we dedicate time to ourselves is…
Living with an alcoholic Medical and psychological support is essential to help solve the difficult problem of alcoholism in the family. The daily dealings with addicts and family members make us establish definitions that, although they are not always true, in most cases, they are not wrong. We usually say that every alcoholic is witty and seductive, and we also…
What is codependency? Merriam Webster defines it as follows: A psychological condition or a relationship in which a person is controlled or manipulated by another who is affected with a pathological condition (such as an addiction to alcohol or heroin). Wikipedia‘s definition: Codependency is a behavioral condition in a relationship where one person enables another person’s addiction, poor mental health,…
