A codependent relationship is an arrangement where one partner gives the best to their ability, but the other party takes advantage of them to fulfill their needs and desires. This imbalance of power can be impactful to the partnership.
Signs of a Codependent Relationship
The undeniable signs of a codependent relationship include;
- Being overly concerned about the other person. You feel like they need your hand every minute
- Giving the other person more attention, time, and energy and receiving little or nothing
- Holding on to the relationship even after the other person repeatedly makes you feel worthless
- Being over-reliant on the other person for satisfaction. This makes you anxious when they don’t text back in time or panic when you are not together.
Can You Save a Codependent Relationship?
Luckily, you can save a codependent relationship. How?
- Establish healthy boundaries and stick to them
- Re-asses your system of beliefs
- Seek advice, whether from trusted friends, family members, or registered relationship experts.
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Barbara is a freelance writer and a sex and relationships adviser at Dimepiece LA and Peaches and Screams. Barbara is involved in various educational initiatives aimed at making sex advice more accessible to everyone and breaking stigmas around sex across various cultural communities. In her spare time, Barbara enjoys trawling through vintage markets in Brick Lane, exploring new places, painting and reading.
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