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Dysfunctional Family Dynamics: Don’t Talk, Don’t Trust, Don’t Feel

By Sharon Martin, LCSW

Dysfunctional Family Rules: Don't talk, don't trust, don't feel

 

If you grew up in a family with a chemically dependent, mentally ill, or abusive parent, you know how hard it is —

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How to Prioritize Your Needs, Set Boundaries, and Take Care of Yourself without Feeling Guilty

By Sharon Martin, LCSW

How to prioritize your needs, set boundaries, and take care of yourself without feeling guilty #boundaries #selfcare #codependency

 

Do you have difficulty prioritizing your needs, setting boundaries, and consistently practicing self-care? These are struggles for many people who have codependent traits.

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10 Ways to Cope During Stressful Times

By Sharon Martin, LCSW

10 Ways to Cope During Times of Intense StressWe all experience stress, a feeling of being pressured or overwhelmed, from time to time. Sometimes feeling stressed only lasts a few minutes or hours — and either the stressor is relieved,

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Rescuing, Resenting, and Regretting: A Codependent Pattern

By Sharon Martin, LCSW

Rescuing, Resenting, and Regretting: A Codependent Rescue Pattern. Why do codependents rescue?Codependents are often caretakers – which seems like a great quality except we tend to do it at our own expense and often when help isn’t wanted or needed.

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Summer Self-Help Reading List

By Sharon Martin, LCSW

Summer Self-Help Reading List. Recommended self-help books on codependency, healthy relationships, trauma, marriage, dysfunctional families, adult children, and more.

Summer is upon us — and if you’re lucky, your schedule will lighten up and allow you to enjoy a few long weekends away from work or some quiet evenings on the porch relaxing with a good book.

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