My closest friends from college all seem to naturally turn to me when there's a crisis, and I realize I've unconsciously recreated the dynamic of being the responsible one. We all care about each other but I'm starting to feel resentful and don't know how to change this without abandoning people.
More people experience this than they realize.
Childhood patterns of over-responsibility have followed someone into adult friendships, creating genuine care alongside unhealthy dynamics that no one quite knows how to address.
“Where Are You with The parentified child?”
Peri can explain why this happens, help you decide if this is the right situation for you, and point toward the right journey or coach.
If this sounds familiar, the Library can help you find the bigger picture.