You've finally named it. Those patterns you keep repeating, the dynamics that feel impossible to escape, the ways you're doing exactly what you swore you'd never do. You see it all now, crystal clear, and you're ready to break the cycle. Except there's this terrifying question lodged in your chest: What if changing means losing my family? Maybe you imagine setting a boundary with your parents and watching the connection you've fought so hard to maintain just... dissolve. Maybe you're scared...

You ended the last relationship swearing it would be different this time. You promised yourself you'd spot the red flags earlier, set better boundaries, choose someone who actually shows up. And yet here you are: different name, different face, same exhausting dynamic. Maybe they're emotionally unavailable again. Or controlling. Or they love-bomb you at first then pull away the second you get close. Maybe you're the one sabotaging right when things start going well, finding reasons to leave...

You did everything "right." You checked the boxes. You followed the script. Good education, stable job, healthy relationships, nice home. Maybe you're even thriving by most people's standards – promotions happening, compliments flowing, Instagram feed looking pretty damn good. But here's the thing nobody warned you about: you can have everything you thought you wanted and still feel like you're living in someone else's life. It's like being handed the keys to a beautiful house you never...