What is Co Dependency?
Co dependency refers to patterns of relating in which a person prioritises others’ needs at the expense of their own wellbeing. This often involves excessive caretaking, difficulty setting boundaries, and fear of abandonment. Co dependency is not a character flaw but a learned survival strategy, often rooted in early relationships where emotional needs were unmet or conditional.
How Co Dependency Affects Your Life
Co dependency can lead to chronic stress, resentment, and emotional exhaustion. Many people feel responsible for others’ emotions and struggle to identify their own needs.
Relationships may feel unbalanced or unstable, and self worth often becomes tied to being needed or approved of.