#396 - Are You an Over-Giver in Relationships? How to Start Receiving
Apr 8, 2024 ·
31m 52s
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Do you have a habit of giving too much in relationships? Maybe you say "yes" when you really want to say no, or you offer much more emotional and material...
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Do you have a habit of giving too much in relationships? Maybe you say "yes" when you really want to say no, or you offer much more emotional and material support than you receive in return. All of this sounds noble, but overgiving is a habit that will eventually wear you down (and, that will keep you from having truly satisfying relationships based on mutuality). So how can you stop being an "over-giver" and start creating healthy give and take in your relationships? That's what we're talking about on today's episode. I've worked with many clients over the years who were card-carrying overgivers. They were all smart, strong, competent people who excel at getting stuff done. The flip side of these strengths can be a habit of over-functioning in relationships, which leads the people around them to underfunction. The result is a situation where they HAVE to do it all, because otherwise, everything will fall apart. At least that's how it feels. In reality, when you stop over-giving, you open up space for the people around you to step up. Some of them may disappoint you, but often, you will be pleasantly surprised at how the people around you rise to the occassion. You can stop feeling guilty, resentful, overwhelmed, and unappreciated, and start having the nourishing relationships you deserve. This episode will show you the way! You'll learn:
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- Why overgiving is damaging to your relationships and your wellbeing
- What overgiving looks like
- Why you overgive in relationships
- How to stop being an overgiver
- Tips for setting healthy boundaries
- Creating balance through the power of vulnerability and authenticity.
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Author | Lampho Ghatoo |
Organization | Lampho Ghatoo |
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