Oh Liberty, why oh why do so many of us relate to this kind of relationship? If it helps even one person to recognize themselves in this kind of unhealthy dance, I've done something good.

The aha moment for me literally arrived as I was writing it: we truly attract who we are. I knew this, but hadn't realized that my former boyfriend and I were two insecure humans trying to find love in another to feed the perceived lack of love within ourselves. His insecurity manifested as blame and mine arrived in shame.

When we feel good about ourselves, we stop attracting these kinds of relationships, regardless of the form it takes (i.e. parent, lover, colleague).

So grateful for being part of your HHH publication, Liberty.🙏💗