Is Codependency a Bad Word? Should it be Used to Describe Narcissistic Abuse Victims?

Breaking Free from Narcissistic Abuse

In this week's episode, Kerry and Tara discuss codependency vs. Super Traits, what's the difference, and why we differ in how we feel about each of the terms. And, the self-help tip is on how to create a list of top lines for yourself.
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Codependent No More by Melody Beattie: Melody Beattie https://amzn.to/3YpjeQH
Facing Codependency: What It Is, Where It Comes from, How It Sabotages Our Lives by Miller, Miller, and McMillan: https://amzn.to/3SV8B7g
Not Nice: Stop People Pleasing, Staying Silent, & Feeling Guilty by Aziz Gazipura, PsyD: https://amzn.to/3YkEirK
Women Who Love Psychopaths by Sandra L. Brown: https://amzn.to/3mxNNGB
Codependent Anonymous: CoDA.orghttps://coda.org
Breaking Free from Narcissistic Abuse season 1 episode 58: Why can't I leave my partner? The seven stages of a trauma bond Listen here.
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