Why You Attract "Weird" People (AKA People Without Boundaries)

Become a Paid Subscriber: https://anchor.fm/drpsychmomshow/subscribe A reader of DrPsychMom.com wrote in with a story about how she attracts these "friends" that end up using her for childcare or whatever else.  I explore how her family of origin issues likely set her up for these difficult situations, how to assert boundaries early on, and a reframe for what is really the kindest and most ethical approach in these types of situations.  If you're an adult child of a dysfunctional family, this should be required listening to inform your approach for both friendship and dating! Links: 12 Things People Who Grew Up In Dysfunctional Families Don't Understand Adult Child's Guide To What's Normal Notes on a Scandal (this is also a movie)