Jennifer Mixon
Jennifer Mixon
Finding Meaning After Codependency
Finding Meaning After Codependency
Finding Meaning After Codependency
Friday 25th July 2025
Jennifer Mixon shares her journey from codependency to finding purpose in helping others while balancing self-care.
20 minutes
Honest
Supportive
Encouraging
Healing
Informative
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Author:
Jennifer Mixon
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Categories:
Recovery from Trauma
Healing from Sexual Trauma
Healing Relationships
Recovery Reimagined
Creative Recovery Journeys
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Episode Overview
- Leaving toxic relationships can lead to loneliness but also a fresh start.
- Balance self-care with the desire to help others.
- Recognise that your life's purpose isn't about saving those who hurt you.
- Consider careers in healthcare or therapy for meaningful work.
- Explore new paths through education and personal growth.
Newsflash, your meaning in life is not to save your abuser.
In this episode of the Domestic Abuse Recovery Journal, Jennifer Mixon opens up about her journey from a challenging work environment to finding purpose in helping others. It's a candid exploration of how leaving toxic relationships—whether personal or professional—can lead to a sense of loneliness but also a chance to start anew. Jennifer shares her experiences as a nurse, recounting the ups and downs of her career, and how she navigated through self-doubt and the pressures of leadership.
She reflects on her decision to leave a management position in a hospital and find solace in an outpatient addiction facility, where she could focus on therapeutic communication with patients. Jennifer's story is deeply personal, touching on her mother's battle with alcoholism and how it shaped her career path. Her reflections on codependency and the struggle to balance personal well-being with the desire to help others are relatable to anyone who has felt torn between self-care and caregiving.
She offers insights into the importance of recognising one's own needs while still pursuing meaningful work. The episode is a heartfelt reminder that healing from codependency involves learning to love from a distance and understanding that your life's purpose isn't about saving others—especially those who have caused harm. It's about finding meaning in helping in healthy ways, perhaps through careers in healthcare or therapy.
Jennifer encourages listeners to consider their passions and explore new paths, whether it's taking college classes or pursuing a career that aligns with their values. If you're seeking guidance on balancing self-care with a desire to make a difference, this episode offers valuable perspectives. Dive into Jennifer's world as she shares her experiences and insights with warmth and honesty.