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When You Give Support But Can't Ask for It

I have been the emotional caretaker for everyone in my family for years and I realized I have no idea how to ask for support when I need it.

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More people experience this than they realize.

What we've seen

The role of constant giver can become a prison that prevents the vulnerability required for genuine connection.

Ideas that help explain it
Worth thinking about

“Where Are You with Loneliness and the Desire for Connection?”

If this sounds familiar, the Library can help you find the bigger picture.