Codependency vs. True Caring: How to Know the Difference

Welcome back to Healing Our Relationships. I’m Marisa, Healer and Transformation Guide.  One of the biggest questions I hear from people on the journey of codependency recovery is this: “How do I know if I’m being loving… or if I’m being codependent?” Because when you’re healing from codependency, it can feel confusing to tell the difference between true caring and patterns of people-pleasing, self-abandonment, or over-giving. In this episode, I’m diving deep into how to recognize when your caring is coming from fear, obligation, or anxiety — versus when it’s rooted in genuine love, choice, and self-connection. I’ll talk about:The key differences between codependent behaviors and healthy, interdependent relationships Real-life examples of what codependent caring looks like — and how true caring feels different A story from my own journey of learning to stay connected to myself while loving others Reflection questions to help you explore how these patterns show up in your life If you’ve ever wondered whether helping someone else is codependent or simply part of healthy love… this episode is for you. I want you to know: Caring for others isn’t wrong. The question is whether it includes you, too. Thanks for being here with me. Let’s keep walking this journey — together.

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Why do we keep abandoning ourselves in the name of love? Why do we say yes when we mean no, swallow words that ache to be spoken, or feel responsible for keeping everyone else happy — even at the cost of our own peace? Healing Our Relationships is a podcast for anyone who’s ever felt trapped in the patterns of codependency and wondered if there’s another way. I’m Marisa — healer, transformation guide, and someone who’s walked my own long road from self-abandonment to self-trust. In this space, I come as a teacher, guide, and fellow traveler. Together, we’ll explore: What codependency really is — beyond the clinical definitions and clichés How these patterns begin in childhood and live in our nervous systems How to start the healing journey with compassion rather than shame Tools for grounding, boundaries, and somatic awareness Practices for reconnecting to your body, your truth, and your spirit The intersection of spirituality and emotional healing How to move from survival into real connection — first with yourself, and then with others This isn’t just a podcast. It’s a space to breathe, reflect, and remember who you are beneath the patterns that once kept you safe. Alongside these episodes, I also hold a monthly Healing Our Relationships circle live on Zoom — a place for community, sharing, and deeper healing. You’ll find details and more resources on my HealSpace app, where I share guided meditations, teachings, and sacred tools to support your journey. If you’re ready to understand why you do what you do — and how to come home to yourself — I invite you to join me. Together, we’ll explore how to move from codependency to freedom, wholeness, and true connection. Subscribe and let’s begin.