Most people who have been in a relationship will tell you: it's easy to fall into a state of dependence on your partner. We have a tendency to settle into our roles and rely on our partners to do things we could very well do for ourselves.
Indeed, while a little dependence on your partner will do no harm, over-dependence or even codependence can take a serious toll on your quality of life.
Check out this gallery for some tips on how to become less dependent in your relationship.