Codependency–living as if what others think matters more than what we think, and trying to please or change others–is an insidious and pervasive addiction. And there is a simple way out of it: detachment.
In Codependence and the Power of Detachment, bestselling author Karen Casey shares her story and the story of others who have suffered from codependency. Based on the insights and tools she’s discovered during her many years of sobriety to address codependency, Casey takes readers through the steps of detaching from a bad situation: admitting the attachment, surrendering the outcome, forgiving, and focusing attention on what works. She describes how to pay attention, be aware, and take care of ourselves, and let others–husbands, family, and coworkers–become accountable for themselves.
Codependence and the Power of Detachment shows that detachment is a power anyone can claim. It is the power of sanity, of peace, of finding one’s own inner strength.
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- Sales Rank: #116977 in Books
- Brand: Ma’s India
- Published on: 2008-09-01
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- Dimensions: .52″ h x
5.60″ w x
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.51 pounds
- Binding: Paperback
- 176 pages
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Psychological manipulation – Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
Psychological manipulation is a type of social influence that aims to change the perception or behavior of others through underhanded, deceptive, or even abusive tactics.
The Inverted Narcissist – Codependence and Relationships
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Boundaries in Marriage – Cornell University
What is a boundary? Many Christians have difficulties with the term “boundaries”, because they have observed it being abused for selfish purposes and as an excuse
- Sales Rank: #116977 in Books
- Brand: Ma’s India
- Published on: 2008-09-01
- Original language:
English
- Number of items: 1
- Dimensions: .52″ h x
5.60″ w x
8.40″ l,
.51 pounds
- Binding: Paperback
- 176 pages
Codependency–living as if what others think matters more than what we think, and trying to please or change others–is an insidious and pervasive addiction. And there is a simple way out of it: detachment.
In Codependence and the Power of Detachment, bestselling author Karen Casey shares her story and the story of others who have suffered from codependency. Based on the insights and tools she’s discovered during her many years of sobriety to address codependency, Casey takes readers through the steps of detaching from a bad situation: admitting the attachment, surrendering the outcome, forgiving, and focusing attention on what works. She describes how to pay attention, be aware, and take care of ourselves, and let others–husbands, family, and coworkers–become accountable for themselves.
Codependence and the Power of Detachment shows that detachment is a power anyone can claim. It is the power of sanity, of peace, of finding one’s own inner strength.
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44 of 53 people found the following review helpful.
There must be a better book about co-dependency out there.
By Jamie Belle
After reading the descriptions and reviews of about a dozen different books on co-dependency, I chose this one because, based on the description, it seemed exactly what I was looking for. I wanted a book that would tell me what co-dependency is, and then give me specific information about how to use the art of detachment to overcome it.That is not what I got from this book.This book contains extremely repetitive anecdotal accounts of people with varying levels of co-dependency, all weaved together to make an overwhelming message: GO JOIN AL-ANON!!Really, that’s all this book is, a 170-page advertisement for Al-Anon. There are a few insightful comments scattered about, but they are not organized in any coherent or logical way.I definitely have some codependent traits, and it is definitely something that is impacting my marriage to an addict who is resisting recovery; however, this book really did not give me any useful information that I can now apply to my life. So, I’ll be looking for another book to do that I guess, because it’s harder to find an Al-Anon meeting in small towns than you might think and I’m not convinced that Al-Anon is the answer to all things plaguing relationships.Get a different book.
18 of 21 people found the following review helpful.
For co-alcoholics only, repetitive and not heartfelt
By a_green
I had high hopes for this book, but I was disappointed. The book contains 21 stories of friends and family of alcoholics who improved their lives by going to Al-anon meetings. By itself, that should have at least been inspiring, but the stories are written in a very boring, wooden, detached style that makes them all seem exactly alike.In addition, there is really no discussion about what codependency is, where it comes from, or what the reader can do about it (besides going to Al-anon.) The book is really only a collection of stories with no real context or synthesis. And, since the author’s writing style manages to strip all emotion and inspiration from these stories, the book is pretty much a waste of time.The back cover of this book is misleading. It is not a self-help book for the reader; it’s just a collection of poorly transcribed Al-anon member stories. The author doesn’t even really define codependency or detachment, and seems to assume we all already knows what she means.Also, this book is specific to alcoholism. There is no information for people who are codependent to other types of addicts.
12 of 14 people found the following review helpful.
Empowering Book
By Becky A
After reading Jamie’s review, I feel drawn to respond. Jamie, I am sending you love and best wishes in your search for help with codependency. As a long time member of Al-Anon I have found I cannot “read” my way to recovery. I tried it and none of the books were just what I needed because what I actually needed was support from others who were walking my walk. For me, Karen’s newest book is a summary of what I have experienced. I could relate to every woman’s story in some way or another and Karen’s analysis and insights are right on target. They help crystalize each issue. The way she time and again, in the book, shows examples of LOVING detachment is a wonderful reminder for me to keep the focus on the kind of woman I have decided I want to be. I am delighted at the way Karen shares herself and her own experiences along this path of recovery. She is an author who walks the walk. Her sharing is empowering and gives me hope. This book is a brilliant beacon lighting the way for me. I give it a FIVE STAR rating!Becky A.
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