977. Terri Cole Reveals the Truth About High-Functioning Codependency & the Costs of Over-Giving

Happy Tuesday, Heal Squad! We’re thrilled to bring back Terri Cole, psychotherapist and author of Too Much, as she dives into the journey of breaking free from high-functioning codependency. Terri walks us through her concept of high-functioning codependency and the hidden costs of over-giving and over-functioning - especially for highly capable, self-sufficient individuals who find themselves constantly managing the needs of others. Terri reveals practical steps to reclaim your energy, set boundaries, and resist the urge to "fix" everyone else’s problems. She explores the importance of self-respect, learning to tolerate discomfort, and building autonomy. If you’ve ever felt exhausted from trying to manage others’ lives, this episode is your wake-up call to prioritize your own inner peace. Get ready to rediscover your boundaries and tune in to find the freedom that comes with letting go! HEALERS & HEAL-LINERS: The Hidden Cost of High-Functioning Codependency. A form of over-giving and over-functioning that many high achievers don’t recognize in themselves. While it may look like strength, it often leads to burnout, resentment, and compromised inner peace. Embrace Boundaries as Self-Respect. Boundaries aren’t just about managing others—they’re crucial for self-respect. Building boundaries protects our energy, preserves our well-being, and helps us step back from trying to "save" everyone else. Pause the Need to “Fix” Everything. Resist the urge to auto-give advice or fix others’ problems. Instead, asking others what they think they should do promotes autonomy and healthier dynamics, allowing them to find their own solutions. -- HEAL SQUAD SOCIALS IG: https://www.instagram.com/healsquad/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@healsquadxmaria HEAL SQUAD RESOURCES: Heal Squad Website: https://www.healsquad.com/ Maria Menounos Website: https://www.mariamenounos.com My Curated Macy’s Page: Shop My Macy’s Storefront OUAI: https://theouai.com/ use promo code: HEALSQUAD for 15% off Nanit: https://www.nanit.com/ use promo code: DREAM20 for 20% off your first order Prenuvo: Prenuvo.com/MARIA for $300 off Terri Cole’s Resources Instagram https://www.instagram.com/terricole/?hl=en Website https://www.terricole.com/ HFC Toolkit https://www.terricole.com/hfc/ Book https://hfcbook.com/ Terri Cole on Heal Squad: https://youtu.be/xZbBICLPVAo?feature=shared https://youtu.be/hD7ktpOScG8?feature=shared ABOUT MARIA MENOUNOS: Emmy Award-winning journalist, TV personality, actress, 2x NYT best-selling author, former pro-wrestler and brain tumor survivor, Maria Menounos’ passion is to see others heal and to get better in all areas of life. ABOUT HEAL SQUAD x MARIA MENOUNOS: A daily digital talk-show that brings you the world's leading healers, experts, and celebrities to share groundbreaking secrets and tips to getting better in all areas of life. DISCLAIMER: This Podcast and all related content ( published or distributed by or on behalf of Maria Menounos or Mariamenounos.com and healsquad.com ) is for informational purposes only and may include information that is general in nature and that is not specific to you. Any information or opinions provided by guest experts or hosts featured within website or on Company’s Podcast are their own; not those of Maria Menounos or the Company. Accordingly, Maria Menounos and the Company cannot be responsible for any results or consequences or actions you may take based on such information or opinions. This podcast is presented for exploratory purposes only. Published content is not intended to be used for preventing, diagnosing, or treating a specific illness. If you have, or suspect you may have, a health-care emergency, please contact a qualified health care professional for treatment.