The key to conversation connection is the readiness to open up and reveal your true inner thoughts, ideas and opinions. Vulnerability begets vulnerability. Isn’t it true that the whole object of “dating” is to get to know someone? In order to reach into the true, organic center of a person, one must first be willing to dig into his/her core and open up as well!
Codependency is a maladaptive and pervasive pattern in relationships that can lead to detrimental complications such as depression, anxiety, and trauma. A codependent relationship is often very one sided. Typically one partner puts in all of the effort, while the other contributes little to nothing.
Jealousy is really a double whammy. The perception of being less preferred often leads to a feeling of worthlessness. You come to doubt your value at a very core level. In addition, there can be the real possibility of the loss of someone you care about. Even if your partner doesn’t leave, there can be an experience of emotional loss and an ensuing sense of anxiety at the stability of your relationships.