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Scenario

When Friends Expect Family-Level Favors Without Family-Level Reciprocity

My friend keeps asking me to babysit her kids for free because we're like family but I feel taken advantage of and don't know how to set boundaries without hurting her.

More people experience this than they realize.

What we've seen

The language of chosen family can mask exploitation when obligations become one-sided.

Your guide for this
Rabia
Rabia works with people navigating exactly this kind of situation.
Worth thinking about

“Where Are You with The friend who is family?”

Peri

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.

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