The struggle Podcast EP9 Unpacking Codependency: Traits, Patterns, and Narcissism

Hey everyone, I’m Joe Farkas, and welcome back to my podcast! This is Episode 2 of my solo journey exploring narcissism, and I’m thrilled you’re here. In today’s episode, I’m diving into codependency—those traits and behaviors that often get tangled up with narcissistic relationships. Whether you know the term or you’re just curious, I’ll break down what codependency is, how it shows up, and why it’s so important to understand. Let’s get started!
00:00 – Intro

01:30 – Causes of codependency

20:17 – Behaviors of codependency

26:05 – Fear of loneliness

27:57 – Saying NO

30:09 – Needing approval from others

31:44 – Fear of change

34:14 – How does codependency affect your life

39:23 – Education and awareness

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