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    Codependency: Creating Caring Boundaries
    Family System WellnessInterpersonal/Social Wellness

    Codependency: Creating Caring Boundaries

    By Avalaunch MediaApril 12, 2016No Comments

    Codependency is very common in people who are suffering with drug or alcohol abuse. When someone we love struggles with addiction, it is difficult to have the wisdom to know when and how to step in and help. We may wonder when is the right time to let go and when the most effective thing to do is to not be involved.  Please look at the following questions and answer them honestly, becoming more aware of personal experiences you’ve had regarding the following points:

    Have you ever had this dilemma before, or has your family had this dilemma with you, whether the loving thing is to get involved or to let go?

    How can it hurt the one we love if we step in and help too much?

    What does it mean to be over-responsible or over-controlling?

    What does it mean to let go and let the other person work things out themselves and experience the consequences of their behavior?

    Signs of Codependency

    The following are red flags to look out for in a relationship:

    • Excessive worry about the person you care about
    • Trying to control the behavior of the one you care about
    • Feeling responsible for that person’s behavior
    • Feeling guilty about not doing enough
    • Taking over that person’s responsibilities
    • Covering up what is going on with them
    • Not taking care of your own needs but spending time and energy helping others get their needs met
    • Often feeling overwhelmed or inadequate
    • Frequently feeling fatigued
    • Making excuses for the person you care for
    • Frequent anxiety
    • Frequent sadness
    • Frequently rescuing him/her
    • Frequent anger

    Healthy self-care is extremely important. Below is a list of self-care strategies.

    1. Let go of trying to control while continuing to be responsible for your part.
    2. Ask for help from others.
    3. Set boundaries for yourself and communicate this with the person you are helping.
    4. Have the courage to let go. When appropriate, let the person experience the consequences of their behavior. Let go of any guilt/shame you may have about doing this.
    5. Accept and be at peace with your limitations.
    6. Develop a strong plan of your own self care (physical, emotional, spiritual).
    7. Forgive yourself for mistakes you have made.
    8. Forgive others for mistakes they have made.
    9. Accept that you can change yourself. You cannot change others. You can influence others.

    If you suspect you are in a codependent relationship with someone who is struggling with substance abuse, please contact us. There is hope to restore a healthy balance with those you love.

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