Dawnafe Whitesinger
Caught up with Dawnafe Whitesinger over the weekend as she was running from event to event. Quickly grabbed this interview at a bustling coffee shop. (Hopefully, captions will make some of the conversation easier to understand.)
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In The Middle Crossover - New Podcast
The Ladies join Birdman to discuss dealing with division and the extreme sides we all seem to be exposed to lately.
Birdman (Rob) introduces this discussion as a shared show of Gaslight-Proof and IN THE MIDDLE, a new podcast centered around looking for a balance between the extremes.
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Interdependency Versus Codependency
The Ladies talk about 2 very important terms. Interdependency and codependency are two different concepts that relate to how individuals engage in relationships with others: • Interdependency refers to a healthy and balanced form of reliance and mutual support within a relationship. In an interdependent relationship, individuals maintain their autonomy and independence while also recognizing and respecting each other's needs and boundaries. They can rely on each other for emotional support, collaboration, and shared decision-making without sacrificing their own identities or well-being.
Key features of interdependency include:
• Mutual respect: Each person respects the other's autonomy, opinions, and boundaries.
• Equal give and take: Both individuals contribute to the relationship and support each other in times of need.
• Healthy boundaries: Boundaries are established and respected, allowing each person to maintain their independence while fostering connection and intimacy.
Overall, interdependency fosters healthy relationships characterized by mutual trust, communication, and respect.
• Codependency, on the other hand, is an unhealthy and dysfunctional relationship dynamic characterized by excessive reliance on and enabling of another person, often at the expense of one's own well-being. In a codependent relationship, one person typically takes on the role of the caretaker or rescuer, while the other person may exhibit addictive or self-destructive behaviors.
Key features of codependency include:
• Enabling behavior: One person consistently prioritizes the needs and wants of the other, often to the detriment of their own needs and boundaries.
• Lack of boundaries: Boundaries are blurred or nonexistent, leading to emotional enmeshment and dependency.
• Low self-esteem: The codependent individual may derive their self-worth from caring for or fixing the other person, leading to feelings of guilt, inadequacy, and dependency.
Overall, codepen
Looking Back - After The Healing
The Ladies talk about what they remember and how they view things now.
Looking back after a narcissistic relationship can be a complex and challenging experience. Here are some common reflections and insights that individuals may have:
• Recognizing the Manipulation: In hindsight, you might realize how the narcissistic person manipulated and controlled you through various tactics such as gaslighting, manipulation, and guilt-tripping.
• Understanding the Impact: Reflecting on the relationship, you may realize the profound emotional and psychological impact it had on you. This could include feelings of low self-worth, anxiety, depression, and a loss of identity.
• Boundary Setting: You might realize that you allowed the narcissistic person to cross your boundaries repeatedly, often at the expense of your own well-being. This realization can lead to a commitment to establish healthier boundaries in future relationships.
• Codependency: Many individuals in narcissistic relationships develop codependent tendencies, where they prioritize the needs of the narcissist over their own. Looking back, you may recognize patterns of enabling behavior and a need to address codependency issues.
• Self-Reflection: Going through a narcissistic relationship often prompts deep introspection. You may reflect on your own vulnerabilities, insecurities, and patterns of behavior that made you susceptible to the narcissist's manipulation.
• Recovery and Healing: Looking back can also mark the beginning of your healing journey. It's a time to focus on self-care, therapy, and rebuilding your self-esteem and confidence.
• Red Flags: You might identify red flags that you ignored or rationalized during the relationship. These could include grandiosity, lack of empathy, controlling behavior, and a sense of entitlement.
• Acceptance and Moving On: Ultimately, looking back allows you to accept the reality of the situation and let go of any lingering feelings of guilt or respo
Talking about Amber (She's she isn't here.)
Patrice and Brandi talk about their love and respect of Amber, and the Journey of how they arrived at these feelings.
As mentioned in the episode, if you'd like to contact the ladies use the following email - [email protected]
The following are the sponsors of Birdman Media Podcasts; please visit them and support them when you can, as they make this show possible.
Premier Sponsors:
Arizona's Mountain Home Hunters
The Hub
Alberito's
Buffalo Bill's Tavern and Grill
Darbi's Cafe
The House Restaurant
La Casita Cafe
Nexus Coalition for Drug Prevention
Pour Station - White Mountain Purified Water
Solterra Senior Living
St. Anthony's School
Sutton Weed & Pest Control
White Mountain Tees
WME Theaters
