Set your heart free – Episode 40 #lioness

Episode 40 In this episode, Michele and I explore at some depth what it means to set your heart free, what it means to help others set their hearts free. And what it means to be Mama Wolf or Bear when necessary. Topics what it means to set your heart free communicate, articulate, over-communicate social … More Set your heart free – Episode 40 #lioness

Compulsive overgivers – Stop sabotaging yourself – SASSY Sunday 15 of 52 #cptsr #cptsd #codependency

Hey Friends! This is Reverend SASSY SHORTS here with another SASSY SUNDAY! Today I want to talk about an emerging awareness I’m getting when it comes to people who are healing from CPTSR, CPTSD or severe codependency. Which means, in essence, you’re overgiving and you can’t stop. You overgive to the point of resentment. You … More Compulsive overgivers – Stop sabotaging yourself – SASSY Sunday 15 of 52 #cptsr #cptsd #codependency

Do you have HOPE(ium) addiction? When you break unhealthy bonds – the last thread can be the hardest #cptsr #cptsd #codependency

Do you keep giving your power away to someone(s) in the name of love? Are you “too” giving/ good-natured/ kind-hearted??? Do you keep HOPING they will change? This one is for YOU. Listen to all episodes and share your questions here: https://anchor.fm/sassyshorts Grief is key. Really releasing – even killing – your fantasy – is … More Do you have HOPE(ium) addiction? When you break unhealthy bonds – the last thread can be the hardest #cptsr #cptsd #codependency

The top 3 things I learned in our first 3 years at Joy-Based Living

  The top 3 things I learned in our first 3 years at Joy-Based Living (Kickstarted 2016) HEAL TRAUMA. If joy is our natural state of being, unresolved emotional trauma is its #1 obstacle. Even if someone hasn’t been directly traumatized, I am 100% positive they know someone who has – 99% of the time, … More The top 3 things I learned in our first 3 years at Joy-Based Living

HELL YES there is light at the end of the tunnel of CPTSR CPTSD and codependency!

Get SANCTUARY at http://www.joybasedliving.com Learn about BLOOMING MISFITS at http://www.joybasedliving.com/bloomingmisfits JOIN us at http://www.patreon.com/joybasedliving Much love, Happy D! Debbie Happy Cohen, founder of JBL I want you to LOVE negotiating for JOY! | Author | Coach at Joy-Based Living

How to honor your spirituality as you heal and as you grow – the light in your eyes matters.

Quick note: I’ll address trauma and how it relates to this topic at the end of this post. #CPTSR #CPTSD #codependency I’ve seen a growing trend where really popular motivational interviewers are combining SCIENCE with psychology and coaching. But they’re completely skipping the conversation about the immeasurable, mysterious topic of spirituality. I call BS. I … More How to honor your spirituality as you heal and as you grow – the light in your eyes matters.

7 things spiritual teachers or friends should NEVER say to someone with CPTSR/ CPTSD or severe codependency

Someone with COMPLEX Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (CPTSD) or Response (CPTSR) is someone who has pretty much “given up” their core identity, in lieu of serving others. This is NOT a natural state of being. This is a TRAINED state of being in which his or her ego-boundaries have been broken down or significantly cracked. … More 7 things spiritual teachers or friends should NEVER say to someone with CPTSR/ CPTSD or severe codependency

Black Crayon Boy – a Healing Fairy Tale for Blooming Misfits #cptsr #cptsd #codependency

Hey! Should Healing Fairy Tales be called Hairy Tales? If this video resonates with you, I want you to know you are not alone. There are so many blooming misfits in the world these days, and it’s your turn now. Watch a video introduction to creating your own BLOOMING MISFITS conversation here: https://joybasedliving.com/bloomingmisfits/ Get your copy … More Black Crayon Boy – a Healing Fairy Tale for Blooming Misfits #cptsr #cptsd #codependency

Do haters slow you down or affect your mood? Use your superpower to WIN – with LOVE. #cptsr #cptsd #codependency

Do haters influence how you feel about yourself, about others or even about life itself? Do haters slow you down, suffocate your energy or stop you from doing what you love? Don’t give them that power. Fortify yourself. Use the experience as an opportunity to amplify your SUPERPOWER: Your bold, brash unconditional ACCEPTANCE. Acceptance of them … More Do haters slow you down or affect your mood? Use your superpower to WIN – with LOVE. #cptsr #cptsd #codependency

Affirmations for dealing with people who overwhelm you #cptsr #cptsd #codependency

When you regularly feel confused, overwhelmed, disconnected-from-self, or a bit too crazy after spending time with the same person – consider the idea that it’s not you – maybe, just maybe – it’s them. (Search terms: cognitive dissonance and double-binds).  Maybe said person is doing it on purpose, maybe she’s not. Maybe he’s got mental … More Affirmations for dealing with people who overwhelm you #cptsr #cptsd #codependency