When you love someone, it is natural to want them around. You want to tell them about your day, share your problems, spend time together, and know what is happening in their life. You may miss them when they are busy or feel a little jealous sometimes. These things are normal in a relationship. The problem starts when your entire mood and happiness begin to depend on one person. If their message makes your day, but their silence ruins it, or if you feel lost whenever they are not around, it may be more than love. Emotional dependency can happen slowly, and sometimes you do not even notice it until you start losing touch with your own life. This is why it is important to understand the difference between loving someone and feeling like you cannot be okay without them.
