5 Signs That Your Biggest Fear is ‘Being a Burden’

5 Signs That Your Biggest Fear is ‘Being a Burden’
Covert codependency keeps us connected by being the one that no one has to worry about
Lee McKay Doe
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4 min read·
Mar 30, 2022
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Photo by Anthony Tran on UnsplashWhen you’ve been conditioned to never be a burden, having basic needs feels like you’re being ‘too much’. Perhaps you grew up with the experience that sharing your struggles wasn’t welcome. You learned that you were more acceptable or…
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Written by Lee McKay Doe
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A therapist who writes about careers, fulfilment and being your true self. IG @thecareertherapist. For resources go to https://www.thecareertherapist.com
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