Codependency & Divorce: The Fear, The Anger, and The Way Out of One-Sided Relationships with Mich...

Описание: Susan Guthrie welcomes special guest Michelle Farris for a powerful conversation about codependency, the hidden dynamic beneath many struggling relationships. Michelle is a licensed psychotherapist, codependency expert, and anger management specialist. Together, they explore what codependency really is, why it often begins in childhood, and how it can quietly shape both a marriage and the way a divorce unfolds.



Susan and Michelle unpack the patterns of overgiving, overfunctioning, and self-sacrifice that leave so many people depleted and resentful, often without fully understanding why. They also explore why anger can erupt during divorce, how long-standing relationship patterns repeat when left unexamined, and what it takes to begin building boundaries and self-trust moving forward.



This conversation is especially meaningful for anyone who feels stuck in one-sided relationships, struggles to say no, or wonders why they keep giving more than they receive. It offers an honest, practical look at how recognizing codependency can change not only your divorce, but everything that comes after it.

What You’ll Learn



• Codependency is not about kindness. It is a pattern of overfunctioning to feel secure, often leaving you exhausted and resentful


• Why anger during divorce is often stored pain from years of saying yes when you meant no, and how to channel it constructively


• The difference between being nice and being clear, and why self-advocacy is essential for a healthy divorce process


• How overgiving, avoiding conflict, or agreeing too quickly can cost you emotionally and financially during divorce


• Why identifying your boundaries, triggers, and non-negotiables is key to approaching divorce from a grounded and empowered place


About the Guest


Michelle Farris is a psychotherapist, codependency expert, and anger management specialist with a passion for helping people break free from codependent patterns and manage emotions with confidence. She's been featured in several online publications and podcasts, known for her down-to-earth approach and expertise. Through her online courses and digital resources, she teaches practical tools for codependency recovery, emotional regulation, self-trust, and lasting relationship success.

Connect with Michelle Farris


Website: https://counselingrecovery.com

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Special Episode Resource: The Codependent Divorce Mistakes That Cost You Thousands + Divorce Boundaries Planning Worksheet


If this conversation is resonating with you, Susan has created a companion blog and downloadable resource, The Codependent Divorce Mistakes That Cost You Thousands.



It includes a Divorce Boundaries Planning Worksheet to help you define your limits, recognize your emotional triggers, and approach your divorce from a more grounded and confident place.



Read the blog post and download the worksheet here.



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Meet Our Host


Susan E. Guthrie®, Esq. (https://divorceandbeyondpod.com/about) is one of the nation’s leading family law and mediation experts, with more than 35 years of experience helping individuals and families navigate divorce and conflict with clarity and compassion. She is the Immediate Past Ch...