The change which is upon us is not a well-kept secret in the Universe. — BRIAN LUKE SEAWARD IN THE GOOD REMEMBERING, by Lyn Roberts-Herrick - Melody Beattie

"Once they have been affected — -once "it" sets in — -codependency takes on a life of its own. It is similar to catching pneumonia or picking up a destructive habit. Once you've got it, you've got it.

If you want to get rid of it, YOU have to do something to make it go away. It doesn't matter whose fault it is. Your codependency becomes your problem; solving your problems is your responsibility."

I will take a long look at where I am today and be grateful for my place. It’s right for me now, and is preparing me for the adventure ahead. — FROM EACH DAY A NEW BEGINNING

"You don't blast a heart open," she said. "You coax and nurture it open, like the sun does to a rose."