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Mindset of The Codependent


-Your struggles affect my serenity

-My mental attention focuses on solving your problems or relieving your pain.

-My self-esteem is bolstered by relieving your pain.

-My time is spent sharing your interests and hobbies.

-The dreams I have for my future are linked to you.

-The quality of my life is in relation to the quality of yours.


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