The Slippery Slope of Self-Abandonment

A Visual Guide to Recognizing Codependency Before You Lose Yourself

Have you ever looked in the mirror and wondered, "When did I stop being me?"

The Slippery Slope of Self-Abandonment is a beautifully designed therapeutic infographic created by Dr. Jasmine Myers, Relationship Therapist and founder of Myers Life Coaching & Counseling Services. This educational resource illustrates how codependency develops gradually—not through one life-changing event, but through countless small compromises that slowly disconnect you from yourself.

Using the easy-to-understand framework of Attunement → Absorption → Abandonment, this visual guide helps you identify where you are in the cycle and offers practical steps for beginning your journey back to yourself.

Whether you're healing from people-pleasing, emotional burnout, anxious attachment, or unhealthy relationship patterns, this printable resource serves as a daily reminder that healthy love never requires self-abandonment.

You'll Learn:

• The three stages of self-abandonment

• How codependency develops over time

• Warning signs to recognize in your own relationships

• The difference between empathy and emotional over-responsibility

• Simple steps to reconnect with yourself and establish healthier boundaries

Perfect For:

• Individuals healing from codependency

• Relationship recovery

• Boundary work

• Anxious attachment healing

• Personal growth and self-discovery

• Therapy homework

• Life coaching clients

• Mental health professionals

• Counseling offices and wellness spaces

What's Included:

• 1 High-Resolution Digital Infographic

• Printable PDF/JPG (depending on your listing)

• Vertical format ideal for social media, journaling, therapy binders, or wall art

• Instant digital download (No physical item will be shipped.)

Please Note:

This resource is intended for educational and personal development purposes. It is not a substitute for psychotherapy, medical treatment, or crisis intervention.

Why You'll Love It

Healing begins with awareness.

The moment you recognize the patterns that have pulled you away from yourself is the moment you begin finding your way home. This infographic transforms complex psychological concepts into a beautiful, easy-to-understand visual that inspires reflection, healing, and hope.

Because loving others should never mean losing yourself.

Created with compassion by Dr. Jasmine Myers, Relationship Therapist & Coach

Healing. Growth. Freedom. You.