Dr. Mara Lennox explores how codependency forms in childhood through parentification, emotional neglect, and dysfunctional family dynamics. Drawing on attachment theory and clinical research, she examines how early survival strategies become lifelong patterns of self-abandonment, and why recognizing these childhood blueprints is the first step toward healing.<br /><br />Loved this episode? Discover more original shows from the Quiet Please Network at QuietPlease.ai, explore our curated favorites here amzn.to/42YoQGI, and catch just a slice of our AI hosts in action on Instagram at instagram.com/claredelish and YouTube at youtube.com/@DIYHOMEGARDENTV<br /><br />This content was created in partnership and with the help of Artificial Intelligence AI<br /><br />This episode includes AI-generated content.