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Letting Go with Guy Finley
Coming to the End of Codependency
By
Guy Finley
Whenever we get caught up in some pain—and start complaining or crying about it—we actually believe (albeit totally unconsciously) that what we are telling others and ourselves is based in reality itself. In these same moments our stated belief—that we are somehow inescapably compromised—or impossibly incomplete—is strengthened because someone is looking at us and sending…
The Difference Between Helpful and Hurtful
By
Guy Finley
In any relationship where one person depends on another to be his or her “parachute” – and the other accepts this role –both will fall to the ground. Question: I know someone who is always down in the dumps, and I want to help uplift him by sharing the truths I am learning. Without using…
Rise Above the Negativity of Others
By
Guy Finley
Question: Without reverting to their lower level, how do you get people to stop making their hurtful, cut-down remarks? Answer: One of the reasons people pounce on or attack us the way they do, is that they are feeding off of us in many different ways, especially when we return a negative energy. For an…
Dealing with the Darkness We Get From Others
By
Guy Finley
Question: In my job I must deal daily with several emotionally dark coworkers. What can I do to handle this situation better, besides getting another job? Answer: I know that it is difficult to be surrounded by toxic people; however, as difficult as this is to understand, your present work circumstance is perfect for your…
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