Co-dependency in motherhood can sneak up without notice. Jess dives deep in today's episode to asses her own journey in and out of co-dependency as well as lays out red flags you can address in your own life. As always this honest conversation is full of first hand experiences that have brought growth and deeper understanding of oneself. 

In this episode Jess discusses: 

• Defining co-dependency: 

  The codependent has no personal identity, interests, or values outside of their codependent relationship. - Medical News Today

• Defining dependent: 

Both parties make their relationship a priority, but can find joy in outside interests, other friends, and hobbies. - Medical News Today

• The courage and self love it takes to recover
• What a gift walking through this stage of life has been for her. Jess is now able to see what others need clearly without needing to fix them. This way she is able to guide them to their own victory.
• Celebrate Recovery  
• Romans 8:38
• The 3 pieces it took to walk away from this lifestyle
  • Honesty with herself
  • Wanting change
  • Knowing it would not be easy and committing to doing hard work. 

Jess ends this episode by giving each of us three questions to ask ourselves:

1. Who are you?
2. What is your passion?
3. What steps can you take today to get there?

 

NEXT WEEK: Tune in Monday, July 15 to hear Rachel's tips for self care. This episode gives an in depth into how Rachel practices self care as well as tips for how you can incorporate self care into every day of your life. 

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