Posted by TexasChic on July 7, 2007, at 20:17:03
In reply to Back from camping/ son is talking Rehab *trigger?*, posted by Kath on July 6, 2007, at 22:32:29
I know what you mean about feeling the other person's pain, I do the same thing. I believe that 'ultra' sensitivity is both a strength and weakness. It makes us care strongly about people, but also makes us vunerable to falling into a depression ourselves (not to mention vunerable to being taken advantage of). I have to constantly remind myself to try to keep my emotions separate from the person I'm trying to help. It doesn't always work, but I try. I have a completely unfounded belief that I will eventually learn to do it if I keep trying.
Stay strong! I'm sending strengthening vibes your way.
-T
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