23 signs of CoDependency
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23 signs of Co-Dependency
A codependent relationship is when everything you do is in reaction to your abuser’s behavior.
According to Healthline, a codependent relationship is when everything you do is in reaction to your abuser’s behavior and needs. They need you to boost their self-esteem.
You’ve forgotten how to be any other way. It’s a vicious circle of unhealthy behavior. Here are 23 signs of codependency to look for.
You might be codependent if you:
(1) are unhappy in the relationship, but fear alternatives
(2) consistently neglect your own needs for the sake of theirs
(3) ditch friends and sideline your family to please or be with your partner
(4) frequently seek out your partner’s approval
(5) forget about your own goals and dreams
(6) things you love to do, you do not care about and/or do anymore
(7) critique yourself through your abuser’s eyes, ignoring your own instincts
(8) think that actions such as money and gifts take the place of true love
(9) the relationship is not moving forward ex, moving in, marriage, kids, etc
(10) You are missing out on life’s milestones such as children, marriage, career, etc
(11) make a lot of sacrifices to please the other person, but it’s not reciprocated
(12) They consume your life and your only daily goal is to be with them
(13) would rather live in the current state of chaos than be alone
(14) Bite your tongue and repress your feelings to keep the peace
(15) feel responsible and take the blame for something they did
(16) Defend your abuser when others point out what’s happening
(17) try to “rescue” them from themselves
(18) Feel guilty when you stand up for yourself
(19) think you deserve this treatment
(20) believe that nobody else could ever want to be with you
(21) Change your behavior in response to guilt; your abuser says, “I can’t live without you,” so you stay
(22) When you try to leave or have left the relationship, they claim to have a life-altering situation and you stay or come back
(23) If you threaten to leave the relationship, they threaten with action-” If you do this or that, then I will do this or that”.
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What to do
If you’re being mentally, physically, and emotionally abused, trust your instincts. Know that it isn’t right and you don’t have to live this way.
If you fear immediate physical violence, call 911 or your local emergency services as soon as possible.
If you aren’t in immediate danger and you need to talk or find someplace to go, call the National Domestic Abuse Hotline at 800–799–7233. This 24/7 hotline can put you in touch with service providers and shelters across the United States.
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