Forward
Introduction Allowing change & growth The Savior Expectations & conditions Insecurity & low self-esteem Not being realistic Ignoring the problems Sexual intimacy Losing the intimacy Power struggles Over-nurturing Affairs Not your authentic self Freedom of self-expression Fear of loneliness Ownership, property or object… Addiction to a lover Lessons Should you break up? Ending a relationship Spiritual evolving relationships Greater evolved relationships Relationships & Subtle Bodies Conclusion |
Addiction to an unhealthy relationship is a common issue, often driving love out of the equation. People stay with the wrong partner even when they know it’s not right for them. When we’re in relationships, we share a lot of ourselves with another person, creating invisible cords that attach us to our partner. Severing or loosening these cords can be incredibly painful, leading us to stay in unhealthy relationships, hoping things will improve or fearing the pain of a complete detachment.
Remaining in a painful, hurtful relationship is challenging, and we often deceive ourselves with false beliefs, convincing ourselves we are happy or can find happiness in a dead-end relationship. The pain of detachment, however, is temporary. You might go through dark nights of sadness and loneliness, but these moments will pass. There is always light after darkness, and eventually, you will experience a sense of freedom from the emotional bondage you once endured. Staying in a relationship where growth is impossible will trap you in a cycle of sadness. Walking away from hurtful situations and enduring heartbreak for a period of time is far better than experiencing a lifetime of heartbreak. Embrace the temporary pain of detachment, and you’ll find the strength and freedom to move on and create a healthier, happier future for yourself. |