Relationships: The Trap of Responsibility

By Dr. Margaret Paul [ 7 Hit(s) ] October 28, 2018

We cannot be caring when we are busy taking responsibility for another, so that they will take responsibility for us.

Caleb consulted with me because he was feeling very withdrawn from his girlfriend, Ella. Now in . . . → Read More: Relationships: The Trap of Responsibility

Where do you believe your best and worst feelings come from regarding love and relationships? Most people have some major misconceptions about this.

What the Wounded Self Believes…

• My sense of worth comes from others liking me and loving me.

• My sense of safety comes from others taking care of me.

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Do you believe you are responsible for causing others’ anger, hurt, sadness or anxiety? Is this causing you to feel guilty?

“My wife is so upset that I have to travel more on my new job,” Chuck told me in our phone counseling session. “She feels so alone and lost when I’m gone. When . . . → Read More: Whose Feelings Are You Responsible For – Yours or Others?

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