Codependency For Dummies
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| Rating | : | 4.43 (856 Votes) |
| Asin | : | 1118982088 |
| Format Type | : | paperback |
| Number of Pages | : | 360 Pages |
| Publish Date | : | 2013-05-15 |
| Language | : | English |
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Discover the hallmarks of codependency and recovery — get to know what codependency is, the stages of codependency and recovery, and the four basic steps to breaking the cycle and starting your recoveryMake a breakthrough — figure out what made you codependent, heal your wounds, and work on building authentic self-esteem and self-loveHeal your relationship with others — learn how to let go, set boundaries, accept reality, communicate effectively, handle conflict, and deal with push-backUncover strategies that support your healing — find out how to move on and maintain recovery, follow your bliss, get help when you need it, and successfully work the Twelve StepsLearn to love yourself — discover ways to love yourself and make the most of practical daily reminders to stay on course and put yourself firstOpe
A must read for anybody interested in really understanding the source of relationship problems. I bought the first edition of this book about 8 months ago and worked my way through the text and exercises. Darlene clearly knows what she is talking about. She speaks with a voice of authority as one who is well versed in the field and also with the voice of compassion as one who has surmounted her own challenges. I feel this book should be recommended reading . Adam E said Excellent, thorough, and insightful overview of codependency and the problems that it causes in relationships.. I bought the book Codependency for Dummies because I'm starting a new career as a counselor and "codependency" comes up a lot. I was uncomfortable not having a clear working definition of what it means to be codependent. It makes it difficult to develop a recovery strategy that brings awareness to existing habits that reinforce codependency while also supporting . Count me in Veronica Harris We love this book! Its simple, to the point, and full of appropriate resources.
Ms. She's a sought-after speaker to professionals at national conferences and in the media. Lancer has counseled individuals and couples for 28 years and coaches internationally. . Darlene Lancer, JD, LMFT, is a licensed marriage and family therapist specializing in relationships and codependency
Written in plain English and packed with sensitive, authoritative information, it describes the history, symptoms, causes, and relationship dynamics of codependency. Some cultures have it to a greater degree than others—some still see it as a normal way of living. Codependency For Dummies, 2nd Edition offers authoritative and trusted guidance on ways to raise your self-esteem, detach and let go, set boundaries, recognize healthy vs. Yet the costs of codependence can include distrust, faulty expectations, passive-aggressiveness, control, self-neglect, over-focus on others, manipulation, intimacy issues, and a slew of other harmful traits. New to this edition are chapters on working the Twelve Steps to recover from codependency and how therapists/coaches/nurses are affected by codependency.Codependence is primarily a learned behavior from our family of origin. Codependence causes serious pain and affects the majority of Americans—not just women and loved ones of addicts. The majority of the book is devoted to healing and lays out a clear plan for recovery with exercises, practical advice, and daily reminders to help you know, honor, protect, and express yourself. Your trusted guide to value yourself and break the patterns of codependencyCodependency For Dummies, 2nd Edition is the most comprehensive book on the topic to date. dysfunctional relationships, overcome guilt and resentment, and much more.Helps you break the pat