Making and the Re-Making of a Codependent Mind: A Journey Into and Out of Codependency

Based on the acclaimed podcast of the same name, get guidance into examining your own life and crafting a personalized pathway to heal from codependency and trauma.

"A great introduction into what codependency is and how to process your emotions in real time, For me, ultimately, it is a great book to guide someone on how to face unresolved trauma and emotions." - Customer Review

In Part 1 Brian explores:

• The family dynamics in childhood that set the stage for codependent habits.
• The long term effects of trauma, including its complex and chronic manifestations. Threat responses (particularly freeze and fawn) and the connection to the behaviors that make up codependency.
• The role of shame and fear in deepening codependent habits.
• How codependent behaviors fostered isolation and perpetuated dysfunctional relationship dynamics.
• The toxic interplay between narcissism and codependency, and the trauma bonds that ensnared him in relationships with abusive narcissists.

In Part 2 Brian describes:

• What is on the other side of codependency? Is it worth it?
• Healing from emotional wounds by connecting with other people, repairing the emotional system and re-writing stories.
• Breaking the codependent habits including people pleasing, caretaking and lack of boundaries that prevent from the emotionally intimate relationships.
• Acquiring a new approach to romantic relationships.