When giving and helping, hurt.

Last week I sent an email out with this blog on women who might give too much (it applies to men as well).

This week, we are going to look at when helping hurts, and some strategies we can do to alleviate this pain.

You can also find that blog in the archives, if you scroll toward the end of this blog.

When giving and helping hurt.

In my podcast episode, “Why Do I Get Walked On? How to Un-Doormat Yourself,” I unpack why so many of us feel undervalued or taken advantage of, when giving and helping hurt, in relationships—whether it’s with friends, family, or at work. I talk about how overgiving and people-pleasing often stem from deeper patterns, like codependency or hyper-independence, and share strategies to break free. From setting boundaries to managing guilt, I offer steps to reclaim your time, energy, and emotional well-being. You can listen here on my site or below, on Apple Podcasts.

If you are tired of giving and helping until it hurts, feeling stuck in the cycle of giving too much or doing it all on your own- I created a free guide, Balancing Care: A Guide to Healing Codependency and Hyper-Independence, to help.

Inside, you’ll uncover:
✨ Practical tools to recognize codependent and hyper-independent patterns.
✨ Step-by-step exercises to build healthier boundaries and relationships.
✨ Insights into how emotional and financial habits reinforce these cycles.

This is a first step toward balance and freedom. Click the link below.

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