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THE STORY: When I was just 3 years old, I went to a father/daughter banquet. After dinner, they had little competitions which thrilled my dad because he was a coach and athlete and fierce competitor. The race involved a race for 3-year-olds. We had to roll a peanut ten feet across the floor to the finish line, with our nose! I objected. And as I stood up, spoke my truth, and chose not to do the race, I saw my dad’s disappointment.  From that point on, I decided not to ever disappoint my dad or anyone that I loved, ever again. That was the birthplace of what grew to be my codependency. I was not okay if I knew I might disappoint someone. I began being a people pleaser. I’ve had a huge fear of letting others down for my whole life.

What began as a shameful experience, turned out to be a beautiful gift that would carry me on through life in an empowering way. But the moment I felt that shame, I carried that forward as well, and needed to do the work to heal it.

1. When do you give up your own truth or choices in order not to disappoint someone else?
2. How does codependency impact your life and relationships?
3. What stories do you remember from early childhood that you still play out in your day-to-day relationships?
4. What affirming words have you been given that you hold onto?
5. Who can you write a letter to and affirm that person?

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