Are you ready to break free from the cycle of seeking approval and struggling with unhealthy relationships? In this episode of Infinite Life Infinite Wisdom, Susan Grau takes you on a journey through the complexities of codependency and self-care, offering insights that could truly change your journey. Susan dives deep into her personal story of growing up in an alcoholic home and the ongoing search for validation. She unpacks why emotional freedom and self-love are crucial and reveals practical strategies for setting healthy boundaries. Discover how forgiveness can be a powerful tool in your healing process and learn how to prioritize your well-being. This episode is packed with transformative insights and actionable advice that can guide you towards self-acceptance and empowerment. Don’t miss out on these valuable lessons—tune in now, subscribe to the podcast, share with friends, and leave a review to help others find their path to a more fulfilling life! In This Episode: [00:01] Introduction to the podcast [01:15] New book announcement [01:40] Codependency and letting go [05:22] Metaphor of codependency [06:30] Learning self-love [07:36] Narcissism and codependency [08:57] Establishing boundaries [10:54] Taking healthy actions [19:07] Breaking karmic cycles [20:07] Understanding codependency [21:05] Manipulation vs. service [22:10] Trust and boundaries [24:04] Taking accountability [27:20] Seeking clarity and support [28:21] Lessons from codependency Notable Quotes [02:16] “I wanted so badly to be enough, and if you didn’t like me, that’s what I was going to focus on. I wasn’t going to focus on liking me.”-Susan [06:30] “I thought that if everyone loved me, then I had arrived. In truth, I learned through my soul and my growth that I needed to love myself.”-Susan [16:43] “My opinion of me needs to matter more than your opinion of me.”-Susan Susan Grau Susan Grau is an internationally celebrated intuitive life coach, a key opinion leader, author, medium and speaker, who discovered her ability to communicate with the spirit world after a near-death experience at age four. Trained by Dr. Raymond Moody, James Van Praagh, and Lisa Williams, Susan is a Reiki Master, hypnotherapist, and grief therapist. Her new book, "Infinite Life, Infinite Lessons," published by Hay House, explores healing from grief and the afterlife. With media coverage in GOOP, Elle, and The Hollywood Reporter, Susan's expertise extends to podcasts, radio shows, and documentaries. She offers private mediumship readings, life path guidance, reiki sessions, and hypnotherapy, aiding individuals in healing and finding spiritual guidance. Resource & Links Infinite Life, Infinite Wisdom Podcast  Infinite Life, Infinite Wisdom Susan Grau Website Order  Facebook Instagram YouTube TikTok Mentioned Infinite Life, Infinite Lessons  Wisdom from the Spirit World on Living, Dying, and the In-Between  by Susan Grau