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The New Codependency: Help and Guidance for Today's Generation
In her first major work in decades, the follow-up to the national bestseller Codependent No More, Melody Beattie identifies how codependent behavior has changed and shows listeners how to get
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(first published 2008)
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This is the first book that I read that stated we have boundaries and the right to enforce them. I only got the written hint in prior self-help books. A useful quote from the book: "We can often accomplish in minutes what we couldn't do for hours while we are tired." This advice seems to be obvious enough, but some people (codependents) need to be told that it is okay to rest. The New Codependency is no longer about being codependent upon an alcoholic or user's demands, but instea...more
I don't identify myself as codependent, but I do love a good psychology-related book. Regardless of where you lie on the codependent continuum, I would venture that most of us have exhibited some codependent behaviors/thoughts at some point in time.
Regardless, this is a very encouraging book and while some parts may be a bit depressing, Beattie continually redirects the reader to positive action they can take. Lots of great quotes, but since I listened to the audiobook, I wasn't abl...more
Regardless, this is a very encouraging book and while some parts may be a bit depressing, Beattie continually redirects the reader to positive action they can take. Lots of great quotes, but since I listened to the audiobook, I wasn't abl...more
I don't know if I would label myself "codependent," but there are certainly behaviors Ms. Beattie writes about that I recognize in myself. It's actually a good book for anyone to read, as she places a lot of emphasis on self-care and self-forgiveness. Maybe you wouldn't give yourself the label "codependent" either, but who couldn't use a few guidelines on caring for one's self?
I'm on a Melody Beattie kick this year. I love her approach to life, and her advice to living an emotionally healthy life. She's so right-on and profound. Great book! I did a post on some of what I've learning from her. http://www.hotmamacoolcop.blogspot.com/
Good information on codependency, but sadly interspersed with so much god-talk I could barely read it. You have a problem? Just pray, depend on god, etc. Useful quizzes in the last half of the book, though.
Listening as an audiobook but I do not like it nearly as well as Codependent No More. This book feels (sounds) too preachy and trite, without the real information of CNM. I am in Chapter 22, but I don't know that I will finish it.
Setting boundaries, saying no when you mean no and yes when you mean yes helps people love and respect you more because of the fact that you're showing yourself respect and love.
This book will really help me make sure my YES MEANS YES and my NO MEANS NO in 2012. A terrific update to the co-dependent literature. Here's to serenity, wisdom and courage!
Good follow-up to Codependency No More. Expanded on some of the original ideas that were already helping me, and gave me a decent amount of updated info, making me think about a lot of things I never had thought to think about in terms of codependency.
zzzzzzz. didn't finish. boring. loved "Codependent No More," but this one i don't care for. not interested in hearing about God or pretending the author is my teacher.
A helpful read for pastoral care continuing education as I delve into the waters of understanding addiction.
Great exercises and relatable stories. A reference book to keep around to revisit and refresh yourself.
This book would have been word-for-word from her first one, but it was edited better.
This is a classic and a great place to start when learning about codependency.
With everything I've faced in the past 4 years in my life (death of my brother, my own battle with depression, mental illnes in a sibling, and just adjusting to motherhood) I found this book to be a tremendous resource. I loved the quizzes and affirmations at the end the most!
Good, straightforward common sense.
Trite and rife with slogans.
i read the original numerous times in the 90's. I liked the first part. she completely revised this edition. I wasn't wild about the quizzes which compromise the last half of the book.
I have only read about 30% so far. I just started it and I can't put it down. This is a must read for everyone, even if you are not currently struggling at the moment. It is very enlightening to me. Helping me understand my caretaker role and how I let it affect me. It also is helping me see those I care for in a more productive way, and to possibly understand both them and myself.
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Shit woke me up and helped teach me "healthy detachment" or "detaching with love". Brillant stuff. I recommend every mental health activist read this.
Beattie created the term "codependent," another must read for anyone who wants to help a loved one, but isn't making them or themselves happy.
Great self help book for trying to understand why we do what e do that is damaging to relationships
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Over the years, Melody Beattie has become well-known in the world of self-help literature. After turning away from a life of addiction and suffering, Melody shared her own story in order to help others change theirs. Her overnight sensation, Codependant No More, has been influencing millions for over twenty years. Her passion for writing has resulted in fifteen books, including: Co-Dependants Anon...more
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