Think "we never fight" is a good sign? Think again. We explore 7 "good" relationship signs that are actually hidden red flags.| Budget and the Bees
As a highly sensitive person (HSP), toxic relationships can feel impossible to escape. This article explores the complex reasons why HSPs stay in toxic relationships and how you can break the cycle while remaining true to yourself and your sensitive nature. If you’re a highly sensitive person like me, you probably process sensory input, emotions, … Why Highly Sensitive People Stay In Toxic Relationships Read More » The post Why Highly Sensitive People Stay In Toxic Relationships appeared...| Live Well with Sharon Martin
This is an American dipper, also known as a ‘water ouzel,’ the only aquatic songbird found in North America. Photo by GregTheBusker, CC BY 2.0 via Wikimedia Commons My personal journey …| The Notes Which Do Not Fit
What is codependency? An autistic review of the book "The New Codependency" by Melody Beattie.| Embrace Autism
Do you drop everything when your parent calls, even if it means canceling your own plans? Do you frequently feel guilty if you try to set limits or put your own needs first? Or maybe you feel like your life isn’t fully your own because their needs and expectations always come first. If you grew … Codependency with Parents: How to Set Boundaries and Reclaim Your Independence Read More » The post Codependency with Parents: How to Set Boundaries and Reclaim Your Independence appeared first ...| Live Well with Sharon Martin
Have you ever felt responsible for someone else's happiness? Do you catch yourself saying 'yes' when you want to say 'no'? For many, this isn't just a bad| GoodTherapy Blog
Highly sensitive people often feel emotions more deeply and are naturally attuned to the needs of others, but this strength can sometimes lead to codependency. In this post, we’ll explore the link between highly sensitive people and codependency. What Is a Highly Sensitive Person (HSP)? Have you been told you’re “too sensitive” or that you … Why Highly Sensitive People Are Prone to Codependency Read More » The post Why Highly Sensitive People Are Prone to Codependency appeared firs...| Live Well with Sharon Martin
Sometimes, life feels out of control. The future is uncertain. We're not sure how to cope. Most of us like to feel in control. We like things to be predictable. We like it when we can plan something and make it happen. We like it when other people do what we want them to do. We like things […] The post When Life Feels Out of Control, Focus on Yourself appeared first on Dr. Sharon Martin, LCSW .| Dr. Sharon Martin, LCSW
Learn how to end self-criticism and replace it with self-acceptance! I’m an idiot. What’s wrong with me? I can’t believe I did that – again! I look so fat in these jeans. Why am I so careless? I’m never going to figure this out. My inner-dialogue used to sound a lot like this. And I know, I’m not […] The post End Self-Criticism and Learn Self-Acceptance appeared first on Dr. Sharon Martin, LCSW .| Dr. Sharon Martin, LCSW
Love Relationship, toxic or true love? The four dimensions of love relationships by Eckhart Tolle. Presented by Steffo Shambo| Tantric Academy
How to accept when someone doesn't want to change or doesn't want your help. When to stop trying to help people who don't want to change.| Live Well with Sharon Martin
Adult children of alcoholics and dysfunctional families often struggle with low self-worth and shame because they mistakenly blame themselves.| Dr. Sharon Martin, LCSW
The need to please, people-pleasing, and codependency are rooted in low self-esteem. Overcome the need to please and feel confident.| Dr. Sharon Martin, LCSW
The consequences of enabling behaviors go beyond the addict. Helping a family member maintain their substance abuse will hurt the whole household.| Family First Intervention
The climate change crisis highlights a profound, yet often underappreciated truth: the unequivocal interdependent nature of life. This blog post explores what interdependence means and how it's both a reality and aspiration.| HealthyPsych.com