Colress here. Last week, my boyfriend and I broke up (don't worry we're still great friends and this isn't really about recovering from that), and it made me realize that I have extremely bad dependency issues. It was to the point where I think I mistook my own dependency for love. I'm doing alright now, but I know I need help to get through it. Can I get a little encouragement that I'll get the help I need and break through my dependency problems in the end (it took too long to realize them)?
hi colress !!! i’m glad the breakup didn’t have too much of a negative impact on you, but i’m really sorry you’re struggling with these feelings of dependency
and to be honest, you’re really not alone; up until just a few months ago i was in the exact same boat
but i can tell you that it definitely does get better !! it might sound cliché, but i promise it’s true !! it may seem like it will take forever to be able to get past dependency struggles, but you’ve already made so much more progress than you realize !!! even just recognizing that you need to overcome these issues is a really important step to recovering !! you’re very strong and i know you can get through this !!!