I react the same way to things. I'm always on my guard, reading into things.

I'm not sure if it is the same. To me, the phrase "reading into things" sort of suggests that the things are not really there. Is that what "reading into things" means for you as you use it here?

If that is what you mean - It's not actually the same as what I'm dealing with. For me, it would be easy if it was just that. I could actively tag and discount the information due due to the source being my issues. However, I also pick up real information that comes from external sources and is clearly and explicitly verified as such by others. Differentiating between the two is what I'm trying to figure out.

If that's not what you mean - So, do you also find that you pick up useful information at times? If so, what tools, insights etc have you found that assist you in differentiating between the real information you pick up on one hand, and information that isn't real/useful and due to your issues?

I'm in therapy and go to CODA. Have you ever delved into codependency issues?

I'm vaguely aware of it. From what I can tell, it's a currently huge broad topic that has its origins in people in relationships with alcoholics/substance abusers, but seems to have kind of expanded outward from there and may be one of those things that is so commonly used for so many things that it's becoming kind of diluted and buzzword-like. I can say that alcoholism and substance abuse are not part of my family background or my relationship history.

What are the specific links for you between the reactions you describe in yourself in your reply, and codependency? What tools has information about codependency given you to move in a more healthy way in relation to these reactions?