Originally Posted by
Ceejaysbag 
We nuture children because they are in a development stage and they need it - once we reach adulthood is that it? Do we never require further development - is that me being codependent again?
As an adult, it's my responsibility to decide if I need further development, and to provide that for myself. The same goes for my husband.
As part of a couple, I share responsibility with nurturing the
relationship.