The term (and concept) of "codependency" is one of those terms that either offers a lot of clarity to people or it makes them feel revictimized.  My intentions are not to place blame, or to revictimize anyone, as what happened to you is not your fault.  Narcissists are highly skilled emotional manipulators, and anyone can be a target. So please, hold onto what helps and let the rest go.   

Many people are in codependent relationships and don't realize it.  One of the best ways I've heard a codependent relationship described is as a one-sided dynamic in which the codependent person continually feels like they have to sink themselves in order to help their partner to swim, all so the relationship can stay afloat. 

 

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