"Co-dependency is a learned behavior that can be passed down from one generation to another. It is an emotional and behavioral condition that affects an individual’s ability to have a healthy, mutually satisfying relationship. It is also known as “relationship addiction” because people with codependency often form or maintain relationships that are one-sided, emotionally destructive and/or abusive. The disorder was first identified about ten years ago as the result of years of studying interpersonal relationships in families of alcoholics. Co-dependent behavior is learned by watching and imitating other family members who display this type of behavior."

Cats don't give affection to anyone that is handy, and they don't think only of themselves. They bestow the gift of affection on those who have earned their trust, and some of them lavish it generously. They do more than merely care for their babies: they hug them, and they purr in contentment when holding them.

Unconditional love, simply put, is love without strings attached. It's love you offer freely. You don't base it on what someone does for you in return. You simply love them and want nothing more than their happiness. This type of love, sometimes called compassionate or agape love, might sound somewhat familiar

Peace is always beautiful.” ... “Darkness cannot drive out darkness: only light can do that. ... “When the power of love overcomes the love of power, the world will know peace.” ... “Peace is more than the absence of war. ... “An eye for an eye will only make the whole world blind.”

Every day is a new reason ......

A true friend may be someone who accepts you unconditionally, helps you grow, supports you in tough times, and increases your ability to love yourself. You do for them, showing them they mean as much to you as you do to them and becoming a better friend.