We allow others to determine when we will be happy; when we will be peaceful; when we will be upset; and what we will say, do, think, and feel. We forfeit our right to feel peaceful at the whim of […]
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What I Can Change
“You haven’t been able to control your son, but you can gain control of yourself,” he said. “You can deal with your own codependency.” — Melody Beattie, Codependent No More, page 24 Codependents are me (or at least include me!) […]
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Holy Spirit, shine your healing light on the areas I cannot see. ~ The Overcomer’s Workbook, Monica P. and Megan F. What can’t I see? During the years before Recovery now, certainly. the answer resounds. What of residual blindness all […]
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“No.” is complete sentence. But we look at it and it seems rude. “No.” is complete sentence. We owe few people an explanation. “No.” is complete sentence. Even if we speak to a parent or boss, “No.” is complete sentence. […]
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