People prone to codependent (and controlling) behavior were typically raised being told that other people’s feelings are more important than theirs, and they need to keep up appearances by not complaining or making a fuss. They were taught that appearances were the most important part, despite how unhappy you were under the surface. However, realize that you’re an adult now, and your duty and job in life is not to simply keep the peace for everyone else. You have basic rights, free will and to speak your mind as a human being, and you must assert them. No one else, not even your family or
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