Ways to Stop Overgiving
Giving is a good thing, right? Yes, but not when you are giving too much of yourself away in the process. Overgiving can be a problem for many people, and particularly women. While we want what’s best for those we love, and usually give to others from a place of care and concern, giving too much can leave us feeling depleted and also block others from giving back to us in the way that we deserve.
What’s more, people that tend to overgive often attract people who take advantage of their kindness and caring nature. This can throw them off balance in their relationships, including those related to work.
You might be giving too much if you feel emotionally empty or alone in your relationships. Perhaps you worry that the relationship will end if you give less or maybe you are not able to communicate your needs properly. Either way, these sort of issues will prevent you from developing healthy, balanced partnerships.
Here are some ways that you can stop overgiving:
- Keep track. The idea here is not to give only to get something back, but you do want to ensure that your giving is not one-sided. Ask yourself some probing questions to this end. Are you doing the majority of the work to keep a relationship afloat? Are you taking on too much on the job without getting comparable recognition or compensation? You can think of these…
