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How to maintain boundaries while supporting a friend in crisis

I've been supporting my friend through her divorce for two years and I'm emotionally drained but feel guilty setting limits because she really needs me right now.

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More people experience this than they realize.

What we've seen

The desire to be a good friend can lead to self-abandonment that ultimately serves no one well.

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