In Episode #33 of the podcast (When You Lose Yourself in Relationships), I mentioned that when someone feels like they’re losing themselves in a relationship it could be a sign of love addiction. Love addiction is a serious form of codependency where one person places such a high value on another person (partner, friend, family member, etc.) that the relationship… Continue Reading…
The 2 Functions of Boundaries
Personal and relationship boundaries, as parameters and limits, serve two primary functions: 1 Boundaries Create Safety There are two ways that boundaries create safety. The first is when you protect yourself from other people’s unconscious, boundary-less, or offensive behavior. The second way boundaries create safety is when you protect others from your inappropriate or boundary-less behavior. When you are protecting… Continue Reading…