How do you leave a codependent relationship?

Answer by  wallaby78 (2293)

It can be very difficult to get away, so it might be useful to go to a counselor to help yo both through the break. Discuss openly how you feel, and why you need to leave.

Answer by  bjudd (123)

As someone who has been in one of these I can tell you that it's pretty much like ripping off a band-aid. You can't really think about it you just have to do it. And do NOT give in when they want to get back together.

Answer by  Rose (6804)

Leaving a codependent relationship if you are the one that is dependent is going to be difficult. You need to find something to focus your energy on during the break up time. Give yourself some space between you and the person you are in the relationship with, do things with other friends.

Answer by  Kozmo (286)

Codependency is a terrible term. It has endless connotations that have nothing to do with the disorder. Codependency itself is such a broad dysfunction that it is extremely hard to define in concise terms. However, one therapist and friend summed up the condition thus: "I only wanted to be loved. "