I wonder why some people like to tell you how awful you are but still want to be attached to you

It doesn't really make sense.

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They want to keep you dependent and submissive. If your self-esteem is low and they position themselves as "the best you can hope for", they can treat you the way they want to, without fear of you dumping them. 🥺