Why warm and helpful people may have fewer friends, according to psychology
•Helping friends constantly, from airport pick-ups to providing emotional support, may be a cover for deep-rooted insecurities.
•Psychologists note this 'caretaker' behavior often arises from an association of worth with usefulness, acting as a defense to shield oneself from vulnerability.
•This dynamic can create superficial relationships where the helpers feel unappreciated and overly exhausted, ultimately leading to isolation despite their admirable generosity.
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Helping friends constantly, from airport pick-ups to providing emotional support, may be a cover for deep-rooted insecurities. Psychologists note this 'caretaker' behavior often arises from an association of worth with usefulness, acting as a defense to shield oneself from vulnerability. This dynamic can create superficial relationships where the helpers feel unappreciated and overly exhausted, ultimately leading to isolation despite their admirable generosity.المصدر: Times of India | Source: Times of India
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