Join Lindsey and Terri Cole, licensed psychotherapist and global relationship expert, as they dive deep into a topic so many of us can relate to: codependency. Terri shares wisdom from her new book, Too Much: A Guide To Breaking The Cycle of High-Functioning Codependency.Ahead, Terri, our boundary-setting guru, opens up about her experiences as a codependent and highlights the difference between true support and control. Get practical tips around setting boundaries, determining your "bandwidth," and practicing healthy detachment for true freedom.Plus, understand how your childhood experiences, as well as outside influences (thank you, patriarchy) shape those pesky codependent tendencies. This episode is a heartfelt guide for anyone looking to stop over-functioning and find true inner peace.We also talk about:
Over and under functioning dynamics in relationships
Strategies to stop enabling loved ones
How family issues like addiction + mental health affect codependency
The art of "holding space" without judgment
Managing discomfort as part of personal growth
Recognizing the allure + danger of relationships with narcissists
Balancing control + vulnerability for deeper connections
The perpetual recovery journey from high-functioning codependency
Terri's handy tips on emotional self-regulation + inner child work
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Welcome to Almost 30—a supportive space to fuel your conscious evolution. Join us, best friends Krista Williams + Lindsey Simcik, for heart-centered, hilarious conversations and raw, impactful interviews with brilliant guests. We dive deep into everything from modern spirituality and health + wellness to self-development, dating, and relationships. With every episode, our mission is to empower you, expand what you think is possible, and make you laugh—a lot. We’re honest, open, and above all, human, learning right alongside you.With millions of listeners around the world, Almost 30 has grown into a highly engaged global community. Now, we are also the author...