In this enlightening episode, Lindsay Andrews—an integrative trauma coach and host of the podcast 'Unstuck on You'—shares her personal experiences with overcoming codependency. Drawing from her struggles and self-healing journey, Andrews provides useful insights into therapy, journaling, and other aids for those striving to maintain healthy boundaries and relationships.

Andrews discusses her journey of self-discovery towards holistic healing and her endeavors to understanding the importance of setting boundaries amidst self-neglect and a tendency for people-pleasing — the hallmarks of codependency. She emphasizes the importance of being proactive and intentional in one's self-improvement journey and shares her experiences on how she developed effective communication skills and healthier relationships.

In this engaging conversation, the guests share their strategies for managing and overcoming codependency. They open up about their pasts, marked by feelings of anger and a sense of victimhood and how they navigated towards a healthier way of dealing with conflict resolution and relationships. They stress the importance of setting personal boundaries, especially for people struggling with issues like low self-esteem and obsessive worry about others' opinions.

The conversation extends to societal pressures that perpetuate codependent behaviors and offers relevant tips on starting small with something as empowering as saying "no." It underscores the importance of self-care and explores the challenges of holiday family dynamics and fears of disappointing others. The discussion underscores the critical role of self-awareness in managing personal responsibilities and emotions with emphasis on listening to one’s inner voice as an integral part of the healing process.

In the concluding segment of this episode, the guest sheds light on strategies for dealing with emotional addictions positively related to codependency. They stress the importance of finding support through therapists or support groups during rough phases. They encourage listeners to stay connected, tune into the podcast, 'Unstuck on You,' and they sign off with a note of gratitude – a testament to shared experiences and unity in self-reclamation.

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