If you've ever wondered how codependency works? Then this short story will show you the way. Love is placed outside of the self and is something to be earned. You can only be deserving of a jelly bean if you have been good, not disappointed me and do what you are told. Did you grow up in these rules and are they still with you today? Do you say that you "feel fine" when you actually feel hurt, sad or angry? Choosing always to stay small and not rock the boat? The way to freedom comes to those who break the rules; I hope this can be you because you do deserve it.