Hi Hannah,

Dependency is a big one huh! I'm sure we've all experienced it on occasions.

For me, the universe is naturally interconnected and so, as you also allude to, there will be a natural interdependence. Our bodies are dependent on so many things. So many things are also dependent on us. I imagine we'll realize just how dependent we are when the shift hits the fan.

However, emotional dependency becomes unhealthy when when we create the story that we can only be complete when someone acts a certain way, or a particular outcome is fulfilled. So, we create identity with it from the outside-in. Instead, it's better to act inside-out from a place that already feels complete, then see what reflections we get.

Financially, there is also an interdependence as it is essentially, just a form of energy exchange. I observe that when people judge themselves to be financially dependent on another, there's actually a judgment that the value they give to the world is not as much as what they receive. But the energy doesn't have to be direct. For example you could provide someone with inspiration or a safe space to express, just by being you. Then perhaps they provide you with something that you need - money. I see nothing wrong with it.

The big questions for me are:

1. Are you creating a story where you believe you can only be happy/whole/fulfilled if certain circumstances are met?

2. Do you devalue yourself by judging the energy you recieve to be more than what you put out?

3. What does freedom really mean? Is a feeling of freedom also dependent on certain outer circumstances?

Much love to you

Rich