52. Rescuer Syndrome

Have you ever put solving someone else’s problems ahead of your own needs or well-being? Or been in a relationship that had a significant focus on the other person’s struggles rather than being a give and take? Today’s episode on rescuer syndrome may help you to determine if this is an ongoing pattern for you, why being the “white knight” doesn’t lead to fulfilling relationships, and how you can overcome this tendency. We can’t rescue anyone or solve their problems. Change only happens in a person’s life when they commit to it themselves. However, some of us can get caught up in the dynamic of “being there” for someone we love and taking on the responsibility of helping them out of various life crises while we slowly lose ourselves. Even if you are coming from a place of love, rescuing is not the foundation of a healthy partnership. Grab our insight and tips to help you examine this tendency and begin to welcome in more abundant and satisfying relationships -- with yourself and others. Did you love this episode? Leave us a review on Apple podcasts! Send us a screenshot and we will send you an Ex-Philes sticker in the mail! Want to connect with us more? Head over to the podcast Instagram @exphilespodcast and follow Clair @clairlofthouse and Janice @Janiceformichella. And if you’d like to join our online community, find us on Facebook at Breakups, Broken Hearts, and Moving On.  We want to know you and for you to know us! ____________________________________________________________________________ The Ex-Philes is an inclusive space for all adults who are looking to heal their hearts and have happy relationships. We believe that love is love and that there are a wide variety of different types of relationships and that all are valid. We recognize each individual's right to self-identify. As podcast hosts, we are dedicated to making this a safe space for all and strive to portray that in our content. We welcome feedback around our efforts and thank you for being a part of the community.