There’s someone in your life who you wish would change. Maybe it’s a friend, co-worker, or a partner. You’ve desperately tried saying the right thing, encouraging them, and sending them our articles. You might have even done this for years.
Your intentions are genuine. If only they would stop _____ and start _____, you believe they would be the happy person they deserve to be.
It’s frustrating to love someone who is struggling. It’s maddening when you see him or her continually do the thing to sabotage their happiness. While you want the best for this person, nothing you’re doing is making the situation better. In fact, it’s worsening your relationship.
If you’re a natural healer, it’s even more difficult for you to stop yourself. But none of us has the power to change people who don’t want to change. They may not have the ability or awareness to stop.
You don’t have to give up on them. You just need to accept them where they are right now. If you can’t do that, distance yourself.
When they are ready, we can offer support, advice and resources. Until then, be there for them. But more importantly, be there for yourself.
Struggling with taking responsibility for your life and creating healthy boundaries? Our top posts this week are written with you in mind.
Top Three Obstacles in Life Everyone Must Face
(NLP Discoveries) – Many of us are walking around unhappy and dissatisfied with our relationships because we haven’t overcome these common life obstacles.
Sex and Porn Addictions: Misconceptions and Bias
(Sex & Intimacy in the Digital Age) – Is sex addiction a real disorder? This therapist puts the myth to rest.
Read This Before Having an Affair
(Dysfunction Interrupted) – This will quell any temptations you have to cheat on your partner.
Katherine Hepburn and Narcissism
(Narcissism Meets Normalcy) – Was famous Katherine Hepburn a narcissist? Read Lenora’s surprising discovery on a famous Hollywood star.
Healthy Boundaries for the Holidays
(Happily Imperfect) – With the holidays come stress, anxiety and a lack of healthy boundaries. Everyone should print out this guide as a reminder to stay focused even during these chaotic times.
from World of Psychology http://psychcentral.com/blog/archives/2016/12/16/best-of-our-blogs-december-16-2016/
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