Codependent Stories

Anna is the kind of girl people look straight through. At school, on the bus, at home - she exists quietly in the background, where asking for anything comes with a price she learned long ago to stop paying. Even with her best friend, Alice, she never fully steps into the world. She just survives it, carefully and without being noticed. Her life was supposed to stay bland, colourless, manageable. Nothing was supposed to change that. Then she runs into Sophie. And something shifts - not all at once, and not enough to understand, but just enough that it doesn't stop. Anna finds herself pulled toward something she can't name, something her body recognises before her mind can catch up. And the worst part is, she doesn't want it to stop. Highest ranking: #1 literaryfiction 01/03/2026 - Ongoing.

27 Minutes to Eclipse is a darkly gripping tale of twin siblings, Sol and Selene, bound by blood, trauma, and a supernatural curse: every time they both die, the clock rewinds 27 minutes to the moment before the first twin's death. But this gift-or curse-comes at a cost. Memories of each loop stay with them, twisting their perception of time, morality, and each other. As their lives spiral deeper into chaos, the twins navigate the suffocating weight of their codependency, the unspoken secrets that fester between them, and the growing wedge driven by Mia-a steady but unwitting outsider who stumbles into their fractured world.

"being a shield is my birthright." • This work is dedicated to everyone who is healing, recovering, learning (and unlearning), discovering, becoming, and being. For all of the oldest siblings, those recovering from trauma of any kind, the twenty-somethings, all of my queer and trans and disabled and neurodivergent siblings, people whose favorite trope is found family, those who struggle with chronic pain/illness, and anyone who just can't figure out how to word things. This is for you. This is also for me, for my future self, so I can hopefully look back one day and thank the Universe for how I've grown and how much I've gained. Here's to hoping for a better future.

Taesan's world is limited to his monitors and a high score. But for Woonhak, being ignored is not an option. Tired of losing to a video game, Woonhak decides to become an immovable obstacle, climbing onto Taesan's lap and refusing to let go. It's a battle of wills between a focused gamer and a needy boyfriend who just wants to be held. In the end, Taesan has to decide: finish the raid, or let the boy who fell asleep on his chest win for once.

‼️TW TOXIC RELATIONSHIP‼️ ‼️VENT STORY‼️ 19 year old Cammie is struggling to keep up with her life-her job, relationships, and herself. While saying "Everything will be better tomorrow," day after day, she suddenly meets 27 year old Brooks. Brooks is a kind but quiet guy who suddenly started showing up everywhere in her life... She's drawn to him almost as much as he's drawn to her.

A suddenly appearing sister and an erased clan. A strange black hound and a blood-soaked traitor. The chance for a new family-and the danger of losing the old one forever. Nikko and Taiki once again face unanswered questions, long-forgotten myths, and the simple struggle of staying alive. Their search for truth leads them to the most precious magical artifact ever believed lost-straight into the shadows of the deadly perils it carries with it.

When Akio is pulled into The Hollow Hand, a secret criminal organization of gifted individuals, he learns quickly that supernatural abilities are anything but a blessing. Surrounded by assassins, liars, and people haunted by their own pasts, Akio is forced to navigate a world where morality is blurred, death isn't always permanent, and truth hides behind masks and reflections. As disturbing messages surface and unseen enemies begin to watch from the shadows, one question becomes impossible to ignore: If everyone is broken, who decides what makes a monster?

☆ Ian Gallagher, ginger-headed son of Monica and Frank Gallagher. Living in a dysfunctional home with his siblings. ★ You, your parents were MIA for most of your life, leaving you in the hands of your uncle, living in the same neighborhood as the Gallagher family. You had practically grown up with Ian, not exactly since he barely knew your name and face. Though, you did go to school together. You two ended up in a semi-codependent relationship before high school ended. You haven't spoken since a nasty breakup letter was sent through the mail. It rekindled itself after you see his face on the news.

Codependency, explained. These are my views and come from personal viewpoint. It does not constitute medical or professional advice or seek to replace it. Please consult your local practitioner to seek help if you think you suffer from codependency issues or related issues.

A young girl raised in Brooklyn NY looses her parents and herself. Tales of trauma and struggle come full circle in her adulthood leading her to face hard decisions. She must rebuild her life to live.

Something a wrote while navigating boundaries while ending a relationship with someone that needs help, but won't help themselves because they've gotten used to codependency or something like that

He is not a bad boy but his sweetness is overwhelming, He loves me a bit too much more like a baby's dependance to its Mother or a slave's obedience to their Master, May be it's my fault, May be I was too intimidating that I pushed him to the limits but in any case his love is suffocating.... And I feel trapped, I want to break free and breathe But I don't want to hurt him I don't want to be the villain in his story So I stay and pretend everything is okay But deep down, I know it's not I need to find a way to let him down gently To show him that love shouldn't feel like a cage I need to find a way to set us both free, We need a love that is healthy and balanced.

Where there is darkness there will always be a light, and where there is light there will be a bud of nature.

BUY NOW ON AMAZON https://a.co/d/4yG7LhB **The Scarf Between Us** *Some betrayals cut deeper than infidelity-they come dressed as healing.* Ryan Callen thought therapy would save him. Instead, it became the stage for his worst betrayal. When he discovers his girlfriend is having an affair with the one man he trusted with his innermost truths-his therapist-the illusion of safety shatters. As layers of manipulation unravel, Ryan is forced to confront not just a broken relationship, but the deeper question: *Was he ever the patient-or just the entry point?* A searing psychological drama about emotional exploitation, misplaced trust, and the painful beauty of reclaiming your voice, *The Scarf Between Us* is for anyone who's ever mistaken control for love-and dared to heal anyway.

The first year of being married to the only boy whose smile made my stomach flutter.

Codependency is when someone relies too much on another person for their sense of self-worth and identity. It often stems from dysfunctional family dynamics, low self-esteem, enabling behavior, fear of abandonment, and a lack of boundaries. Understanding these factors is key to overcoming codependency and building healthier relationships. Seeking support from a therapist can provide valuable guidance and tools for breaking free from codependent patterns. Consider reaching out to a therapist specializing in codependency, especially if you're in Zürich or London, for personalized support and healing.

a poem about about what I thought love was