If you’ve ever gone into a relationship feeling full — only to look up months later and realize you’ve shrunk yourself — you’re not alone.
Women and men who love deeply often:
- Overgive
- Neglect their own desires
- Silence their boundaries
- Prioritize connection over self
This comes from love — but also from fear.
The fear of:
- Being too much
- Being left
- Being misunderstood
- Being seen in your full power
To stop losing yourself, practice:
- Stay connected to your own life.
Keep your friendships, your rituals, your passions. - Speak your needs early.
Not when resentment has already built. - Let love be mutual.
You’re not the only one who nurtures the relationship — you receive, too. - Choose love that doesn’t require shrinking.
Aligned love celebrates your fullness.
The relationship that is for you will not require you to disappear.
