Codependence
Define Codependence
What is an excessive emotional or psychological reliance on a partner.
People we can forgive
Who are ourselves, friends, family, past partners.
First line of serenity prayer
What is "God grant me the serenity to accept the things I cannot change."
1st common challenge
What are Friends and associates who use.
Guilt is...
What is Guilt (Behavioral): Focuses on specific actions, often prompting actions to make amends (e.g., "I feel guilty for lying to my friend" or "I feel bad for raising my voice"). It is considered productive and aligned with personal values.
One type of codependent behavior
What is rescuer or controller or enabler or people pleaser.
What it is called in 12 steps
Second line of serenity prayer
What is the courage to change the things I can.
2nd common challenge in recovery
What is Anger, irritability.
Shame is...
What is
Shame (Identity): Focuses on the self, leading to secrecy and hiding (e.g., "I am a bad person for failing" or feeling defective). It is associated with low self-esteem and is viewed as destructive rather than helpful.
Characteristic of codependent person
What is Struggling with Control. Difficulty Saying “No” Fear of Abandonment or Rejection. Overly Invested in the Happiness of Others. Low Self Esteem and Poor Self Image.
Responses people might have when we are attempting to make amends.
What are accepting, unaccepting, willing, unwilling, anger, sadness, joy, reconnection, surprise, asking for forgiveness in return.
Third line of serenity prayer
what is "and the wisdom to know the difference."
3rd common challenge
What are Substances in the home
What is Guilt
Relationships that can be codependent
What are friendships, families, and romantic partnerships.
Who benefits from making amends?
Who are ourselves and others.
What do we say after the serenity prayer?
4th common challenge in recovery
What are Boredom, loneliness.
Which can be harmful guilt or shame
What is shame
What is dysfunctional Childhood Dynamics, parent modeling, neglect and trauma.
How do you repair relationships?
What include acknowledging problems without blame, active listening, validating each other's feelings, and professional counseling.
What do we say before the serenity prayer?
What is, "let's take a moment of silence for the addict still struggling and the children caught in the crossfire."
5th common challenge in recovery
What are Special occasions.
What is