432: What is High-Functioning Codependency? Terri Cole

In this episode of The Hardcore Self Help Podcast , I sit down with the incredible psychotherapist and author, Terri Cole, to discuss high-functioning codependency, boundaries, and how we can break free from people-pleasing tendencies. Terri shares her own journey from working in the entertainment industry to becoming a therapist and how her personal struggles with boundaries led her to specialize in this area. We dive deep into the traits of high-functioning codependency, where it comes from, and actionable steps you can take to create healthier relationships and reclaim your inner peace. What We Cover in This Episode: Terri's journey from talent agent to psychotherapist Recognizing high-functioning codependency in yourself How childhood and societal expectations shape codependency The role of self-awareness and therapy in breaking codependency patterns Practical tools for overcoming codependent tendencies The importance of setting boundaries and learning to say no How to conduct a resentment inventory and why it's helpful Addressing difficult family dynamics around social and political issues How Terri's book, Too Much , can help you break free from codependency Timestamps: 00:00 – Introduction to Terri Cole and her background 01:00 – How Terri transitioned from talent agent to psychotherapist 16:00 – Recognizing high-functioning codependency 25:00 – Childhood & societal influences on codependency 30:00 – The importance of self-awareness and therapy 39:00 – Practical tools for overcoming codependency 42:00 – Navigating difficult family dynamics 49:00 – Setting boundaries and learning to say no 52:00 – Conducting a resentment inventory 58:00 – How Too Much can help you break free Resources Mentioned: Too Much by Terri Cole: High-Functioning Codependency Toolkit: Mastermind program ( Flourish ): Terri's membership community: The Terri Cole Show Podcast: Connect with Me: Email: duffthepsych@gmail.com Website: YouTube: Instagram: If you found this episode helpful, please consider sharing it with someone who might benefit. And as always, take care of yourself!

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432: What is High-Functioning Codependency? Terri Cole is an episode from The Hardcore Self Help Podcast with Duff the Psych by Robert Duff, Ph.D..

This episode is 01:09:21 long.

This episode was published on Feb 28, 2025.

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