India, Aug. 19 -- In a relationship, compromise and emotional support are normal. But there is a difference between making space for someone and gradually losing yourself to keep the relationship intact. Licensed therapist Jeffrey Meltzer highlights three signs in his August 3 Instagram post that may indicate you are abandoning yourself for someone else. (Also read: From swipes to self-worth: Dating coach reveals how apps are changing confidence and communication )

Instead of asking yourself what you think, how you feel, or what matters to you, you begin evaluating yourself based on how the other person might respond. As Jeffrey explains, "You may change how you dress, hide parts of your personality, or stop sharing certain opinions beca...