The Hardcore Self Help Podcast with Duff the Psych

432: What is High-Functioning Codependency? Terri Cole


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In this episode of The Hardcore Self Help Podcast, I sit down with the incredible psychotherapist and author, Terri Cole, to discuss high-functioning codependency, boundaries, and how we can break free from people-pleasing tendencies. Terri shares her own journey from working in the entertainment industry to becoming a therapist and how her personal struggles with boundaries led her to specialize in this area. We dive deep into the traits of high-functioning codependency, where it comes from, and actionable steps you can take to create healthier relationships and reclaim your inner peace.

What We Cover in This Episode:
  • Terri’s journey from talent agent to psychotherapist

  • Recognizing high-functioning codependency in yourself

  • How childhood and societal expectations shape codependency

  • The role of self-awareness and therapy in breaking codependency patterns

  • Practical tools for overcoming codependent tendencies

  • The importance of setting boundaries and learning to say no

  • How to conduct a resentment inventory and why it’s helpful

  • Addressing difficult family dynamics around social and political issues

  • How Terri’s book, Too Much, can help you break free from codependency

Timestamps:

00:00 – Introduction to Terri Cole and her background 01:00 – How Terri transitioned from talent agent to psychotherapist 16:00 – Recognizing high-functioning codependency 25:00 – Childhood & societal influences on codependency 30:00 – The importance of self-awareness and therapy 39:00 – Practical tools for overcoming codependency 42:00 – Navigating difficult family dynamics 49:00 – Setting boundaries and learning to say no 52:00 – Conducting a resentment inventory 58:00 – How Too Much can help you break free

Resources Mentioned:
  • Too Much by Terri Cole: https://www.terricole.com

  • High-Functioning Codependency Toolkit: https://www.terricole.com/HFC

  • Mastermind program (Flourish): https://www.terricole.com/flourish

  • Terri’s membership community: https://www.terricole.com/TCM

  • The Terri Cole Show Podcast: https://www.terricole.com/podcast

Connect with Me:
  • Email: [email protected]

  • Website: https://www.duffthepsych.com

  • YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@duffthepsych

  • Instagram: https://instagram.com/duffthepsych

If you found this episode helpful, please consider sharing it with someone who might benefit. And as always, take care of yourself!

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