In today’s episode, BFFs Krista + Olivia Amitrano, aka Organic Olivia, dive into the intricate web of codependency. Together, they unpack the reasons why we seek external validation and inspire us on a journey towards awareness and breaking the cycle. Ahead, Olivia opens up about her childhood and the experiences that led her down the addictive path of codependency. She explains how this pattern can affect our health, likening the Chinese Medicine concept of 'dampness' to our emotional and spiritual challenges with codependency. Krista + Olivia remind us that true independence and self-regulation come from within, and the real work is finding peace and a stable sense of self without relying on others. If you’re struggling to break free from codependency, you’re not alone, and healing is possible. We also talk about: The impact of selective childhood attention The 'devouring mother' dynamic Balancing the gut-lung microbiome Enmeshment within family dynamics Spirituality + cultivating afterlife connections Setting boundaries + self-awareness Prayer, gratitude, + intuition Resources: Website: https://www.organicolivia.com/ Instagram: @organic_olivia Sponsors:Natural Cycles | Use code Almost30 at naturalcycles.com to get 15% off an annual subscription + a free thermometer.Seed | Go to Seed.com/ALMOST and use code 25ALMOST to get 25% off your first month.Biosil | Get 30% off your first product order on Biosil’s website with code ALMOST30. Veri | Give Veri a shot with our exclusive $30 off code VSM-ALMOST30 at veri.co.To advertise on our podcast, please reach out to sales@advertisecast.com or visit https://www.advertisecast.com/Almost30. Learn More: almost30.com/learn almost30.com/morningmicrodose almost30.com/courses  Join our community: almost30.com/membership facebook.com/Almost30podcast/groups Podcast disclaimer can be found by visiting: almost30.com/disclaimer. Find more to love at almost30.com!Almost 30 is edited by Garett Symes and Isabella Vaccaro.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices