When Good Intentions Go WRONG - Avoid These 13 Common Pitfalls
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🔓 Get DOUBLE the content, FIRST access, and 2+ hour deep dives for just $1.99. Achieve inner peace faster. LIMITED TIME OFFER: Personalized Stoic playlists for the first 100 members! 🧠 No guess, just progress — take this quiz and get your personal development program. 📨 Start your week with clarity – join the Sunday Stoic newsletter. 💛 Found value in this episode? Help others find their path with a follow & 5 stars 🙏 EPISODE DETAILS: Helping others is often seen as the epitome of kindness and compassion. However, what if this noble act sometimes leads to unexpected harm? Today, we delve into the darker side of altruism, uncovering 13 surprising ways that helping others can hurt us. From emotional burnout to the erosion of personal boundaries, we explore insights that will challenge your understanding of kindness. Learn how to balance compassion with rational self-care, and discover more effective, sustainable ways to support others while taking care of yourself. 🎯Key moments: 00:00 Introduction 02:10 Martyr Syndrome 05:45 Dependency Issues 09:20 Emotional Drain 13:30 Enabling Destructive Behavior 17:00 Loss of Identity 20:40 Financial Strain 23:50 Neglecting Personal Needs 27:00 Resentment and Bitterness 29:30 Impact on Relationships 31:45 Compassion Fatigue 33:55 Unrealistic Expectations 35:40 Self-Neglect 37:00 Overlooking Red Flags